Meaning of the word diagnostic in English

What does diagnostic mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

diagnostic

US /ˌdaɪ.əɡˈnɑː.stɪk/

UK /ˌdaɪ.əɡˈnɑː.stɪk/

concerned with the diagnosis of illness or other problems

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The doctor ordered several diagnostic tests.

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Early diagnostic tools are crucial for effective treatment.

Synonym:

analytic interpretive exploratory

a diagnostic symptom or characteristic

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The presence of this specific protein is a key diagnostic for the disease.

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The software includes a powerful diagnostic to identify system errors.

Synonym:

indicator marker sign symptom

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