Meaning & use
thorough
Complete in every detail; careful and exhaustive.
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The inspector gave the building a thorough examination before approving it for sale.
She did thorough research before deciding which university to attend.
A note on using this word
Thorough describes the completeness of an action or process, while 'meticulous' emphasizes careful attention to small details.
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