Definition

1. Noun:
   • The quality of being extremely attentive to detail and careful to do something completely and accurately. It implies a methodical and painstaking approach that leaves nothing out.

Usage

• Thoroughness is an uncountable noun. It describes a quality or characteristic, not a specific action.
• It is often used to praise someone's work ethic or approach to a task.
• Common collocations include: , , .

Examples

• The inspector's thoroughness uncovered several safety violations that others had missed.
• Her success as a researcher is due to her exceptional thoroughness.
• The report was criticized for its lack of thoroughness.
• He approached the problem with characteristic thoroughness, examining every possible angle.

Advanced Usage

• "In the thoroughness of": Used to specify the area or context in which careful attention is applied.
  • In the thoroughness of his preparation, he anticipated every question.

Variants and Related Words

• Thorough (adj): Complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial.
  • They conducted a thorough investigation.
• Thoroughly (adv): In a thorough manner.
  • The room was thoroughly cleaned.

Synonyms

• Carefulness: The quality of giving serious attention and thought to avoiding harm or error.
• Meticulousness: Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
• Diligence: Careful and persistent work or effort.
• Conscientiousness: The quality of wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

Antonyms

• Carelessness: Failure to give sufficient attention to avoiding harm or errors.
• Superficiality: Lack of thoroughness, depth of character, or serious thought.
• Negligence: Failure to take proper care over something.

Noun

1. conscientiousness in performing all aspects of a task