1
as in unconditional
having no exceptions or restrictions
civil rights advocates are hoping for a thoroughgoing rejection of the proposed bill
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in thorough
trying all possibilities
a thoroughgoing attempt to solve the puzzle and still no luck
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of thoroughgoing
The United States needs a more thoroughgoing and systematic approach to educational improvement.
—
Jal Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2013
That steadiness of purpose throws into relief the thoroughgoing transformation of her context.
—Nancy Princenthal, New York Times, 16 May 2024
That’s why Winston, our meager proxy, is available for a thoroughgoing reboot.
—Stephen Metcalf, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2024
The defense contends that the conflict generated by the circumstances of the Wade/Willis relationship is so thoroughgoing that the district attorney’s office, as a whole, should be recused from the case and the indictment dismissed.
—Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 13 Feb. 2024
See all Example Sentences for thoroughgoing 
Jal Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2013
That steadiness of purpose throws into relief the thoroughgoing transformation of her context.
—Nancy Princenthal, New York Times, 16 May 2024
That’s why Winston, our meager proxy, is available for a thoroughgoing reboot.
—Stephen Metcalf, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2024
The defense contends that the conflict generated by the circumstances of the Wade/Willis relationship is so thoroughgoing that the district attorney’s office, as a whole, should be recused from the case and the indictment dismissed.
—Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 13 Feb. 2024
See all Example Sentences for thoroughgoing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoroughgoing
Adjective
-
According to the survey, 91 percent of pet owners say their animals' unconditional love is especially comforting during the holiday season.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
-
Smith continues, reflecting on the unconditional nature of this bond.Essence, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The key is conducting thorough research to identify the platforms that perform best in your market.Dean Ben-Zour, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
-
Deep clean fabrics as needed: Stocking and tree skirts will probably need a thorough cleaning by the end of the season.Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
My question became, is this part of my life complete?Amy Kaufman, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
-
When the labs are complete in the fall of 2025, students will be able to practice in faux medical-surgical suites and intensive care units, nursing stations and radiology suites.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Forbes Valuation Sean Combs was once on the path to becoming a billionaire thanks to his extensive music career, business ventures that included the Sean John fashion and fragrance lines and founding the Revolt TV network and since unrealized plans to become a cannabis mogul.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
-
Their testimony, supported by extensive documentation and corroborating witnesses, has now been validated through this comprehensive investigation.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The sheer volume of socializing at this time of year also offers you ample opportunity to have some sort of romantic liaison under the mistletoe.Olivia Petter, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
-
These challenges stem primarily from the sheer volume and variability of data required to maintain effective defenses.Bankim Chandra, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Successfully navigating a career change requires a comprehensive understanding of the new industry and skillfully marketing your transferable skills to prospective employers.Dieneria Brown, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
-
Workers United, which has a bargaining delegation that represents workers at 525 Starbucks stores in the United States, said the coffee giant has yet to bring a comprehensive economic package to the table, while hundreds of legal disputes over unfair labor practices remain unsettled.Juveria Tabassum, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
The utter confusion surrounding these drone sightings shows that the feds can't respond all on their own.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
-
Which speaks to the utter futility of choosing not to have published the emails.Andrew Wallenstein, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Donning false teeth and a homicidal sneer, Dafoe embodied pure evil in Lynch’s crazed road movie, starring opposite Laura Dern and Nicolas Cage.Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
-
One was pure luck, but this one was made possible by some of the worst officiating malpractice on record.Joe Rexrode, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near thoroughgoing
Cite this Entry
“Thoroughgoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoroughgoing. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share