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THOROUGHGOING

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Thoroughgoing.

How to pronounce thoroughgoing:

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Thoroughgoing - as an adjective satellite

Performed comprehensively and completely; not superficial or partial

Example: "An exhaustive study"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exhaustive23thorough15

Without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers

Example: "An arrant fool"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrant6complete14consummate16double-dyedeverlasting15gross6perfect14pure6sodding10staring8stark9thorough15unadulterated15utter5

Thoroughgoing - as an adjective

Complete; thorough; with great attention to detail.

Example: "He did a thoroughgoing job of cleaning up the broken glass."

Example Sentences

"He is a thoroughgoing perfectionist and never settles for anything less than perfect."
"The company conducted a thoroughgoing investigation into the allegations of fraud."
"She is known for her thoroughgoing approach to problem-solving."
"The committee made a thoroughgoing review of the proposed policy changes."
"Our team underwent thoroughgoing training before the competition."
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Word Game Points

Is THOROUGHGOING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, thoroughgoing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

THOROUGHGOING has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is THOROUGHGOING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thoroughgoing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THOROUGHGOING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is THOROUGHGOING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, thoroughgoing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
THOROUGHGOING has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.

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