The difference between Finally and Thoroughly

When used as adverbs, finally means at the end or conclusion, whereas thoroughly means in a thorough or complete manner.


check bellow for the other definitions of Finally and Thoroughly

  1. Finally as an adverb:

    At the end or conclusion; ultimately.

    Examples:

    "The contest was long, but the Romans finally conquered."

  2. Finally as an adverb (sequence):

    To finish (with); lastly (in the present).

    Examples:

    "'Finally, I washed my dog."

  3. Finally as an adverb (manner):

    Definitively, comprehensively.

    Examples:

    "The question of his long-term success has now been finally settled."

  1. Thoroughly as an adverb:

    In a thorough or complete manner.

    Examples:

    "He went out in the rain and came back thoroughly drenched."