thoroughgoing (ˈθʌrəˌɡəʊɪŋ
)
Definitions
adjective
- extremely thorough
- (usually prenominal) absolute; complete ⇒
thoroughgoing incompetence
Alternative Forms
ˈthoroughˌgoingly adverb ˈthoroughˌgoingness nounUsage examples
This was a thoroughgoing hatred of mankind, with a bonus for any woman who looked, spoke and treated people as Constance Kimble did.
, The Innocents at Home (A Superintendent Kenworthy novel) (1986)Such an account of morality is quite compatible with thoroughgoing ethical naturalism.
Independent (1998)Loving pastoral care can be an effective midwife for a more thoroughgoing Christian faith.
, Treasure in the Field (1993)