adjectiveadverb

eingehend

thoroughly · detailed · thorough

Etwas wird sehr genau und mit viel Aufmerksamkeit betrachtet oder untersucht.

The German word "eingehend" is an adjective meaning "thorough", "extensive", or "detailed". It is derived from "ein" (in) and "gehend" (going), which collectively imply a process of going into something deeply or comprehensively.

Similar words include "gründlich" (thorough), "ausführlich" (detailed), and "eingehend" (in-depth). The difference between "eingehend" and these synonyms lies mainly in usage context; for instance, "eingehend" often relates to studies or analyses that require a systemic or detailed approach, while "gründlich" can apply to any thorough approach, and "ausführlich" often emphasizes detail without necessarily implying depth in the process.

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Examples

Der Arzt untersucht den Patienten eingehend.adverb

The doctor examines the patient thoroughly.

Wir diskutieren das Thema eingehend.adverb

We discuss the topic in detail.

Sie prüfen die Details eingehend.adverb

They are examining the details thoroughly.

Alle Teilnehmer wurden eingehend informiert.adverb

All participants were given detailed information.

Der Experte untersucht das Problem eingehend.adverb

The expert examines the problem thoroughly.

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