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diagnosis
/ˌdaɪ.əɡˈnoʊ.sɪs/
[/ˌdaɪ.əɡˈnoʊ.sɪs/]
identifying an illness
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The act of identifying an illness from its signs and symptoms.
Example
After several tests, the doctor finally reached a clear diagnosis.
After several tests, the doctor finally reached a clear diagnosis.
Etymology
From Greek 'diagnosis', meaning a distinguishing.
How & Where It’s Used
Plural 'diagnoses'; also used loosely for identifying any problem.