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thorough

[/ˈθʌrə/ or /ˈθɜːrə/]
adjective
minucioso
1. Complete and careful in every detail; not missing anything
The doctor conducted a thorough examination of the patient.
O médico realizou um exame minucioso do paciente.
2. Absolute; complete in extent
The renovation was a thorough success.
A renovação foi um sucesso absoluto.
3. Showing great attention to detail; meticulous
She is a thorough researcher who leaves no stone unturned.
Ela é uma pesquisadora minuciosa que não deixa nada por investigar.
Synonyms
meticulouscarefulcomprehensiveexhaustivedetailedcomplete
Antonyms
superficialcarelesscursoryincompletenegligent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
minucioso
Most common usage
General Brazilian
completo
When meaning absolute or complete
Portugal
minucioso
Standard usage, same as Brazilian
Portugal
pormenorizado
Alternative, more formal option

Related Idioms & Phrases

thorough as a Swiss watch - extremely precise and detailed
do a thorough job - complete something with great attention to detail
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