Thoroughgoingness: meaning, definitions and examples
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thoroughgoingness
[ ˌθʌr.oʊˈɡoʊ.ɪŋ.nəs ]
quality of being thorough
Thoroughgoingness refers to the quality of being extremely thorough, comprehensive, and meticulous in one's approach or actions.
Synonyms
completeness, meticulousness, thoroughness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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thoroughgoingness |
Use when referring to something performed with full attention to detail, often implying a comprehensive and exhaustive nature.
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completeness |
Best for situations emphasizing wholeness and having all necessary parts, often in terms of quantity or entirety.
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meticulousness |
Ideal for describing someone's precise and careful attention to small details, often in tasks requiring careful accuracy.
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thoroughness |
Appropriate for situations involving careful and exhaustive attention to detail, ensuring nothing is overlooked, often positive.
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Examples of usage
- He impressed everyone with his thoroughgoingness in completing the project.
- Her thoroughgoingness in researching the topic was evident in her detailed report.
Translations
Translations of the word "thoroughgoingness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 completude
🇮🇳 पूर्णता
🇩🇪 Gründlichkeit
🇮🇩 keseluruhan
🇺🇦 ґрунтовність
🇵🇱 gruntowność
🇯🇵 徹底性 (てっていせい)
🇫🇷 exhaustivité
🇪🇸 integridad
🇹🇷 tamlık
🇰🇷 철저함
🇸🇦 الشمولية
🇨🇿 důkladnost
🇸🇰 dôkladnosť
🇨🇳 彻底性 (chèdǐ xìng)
🇸🇮 temeljitost
🇮🇸 gagnsæi
🇰🇿 түгелдік
🇬🇪 სრულყოფილება
🇦🇿 tamlıq
🇲🇽 integridad
Etymology
The word 'thoroughgoingness' is derived from the combination of 'thorough' and 'going', indicating a deep commitment to completeness and detail. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century and has since been used to emphasize the importance of being meticulous and comprehensive in various endeavors.
See also: thoroughbred, thoroughfare, thoroughly, thoroughness.