Thorough
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Complete, exhaustive, and careful with attention to every detail. It describes work or actions performed with meticulous precision and leaving nothing overlooked.
“The inspector conducted a thorough examination of the property before approving the sale.”
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Contains TH combination and -OUGH ending; double O in middle
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Worth 14 points; the H (4 points) appears twice, adding good value
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