thoroughly

[ thur-uh-lee, thuhr‐ ]
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adverb
  1. in a thorough manner or degree; completely and carefully: We will review the data thoroughly.

  2. perfectly; utterly: We thoroughly enjoyed the play.

Origin of thoroughly

1
First recorded in 1450–1500; thorough + -ly

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