Meaning of the word symptomatic in English

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symptomatic

US /ˌsɪmp.təˈmæt̬.ɪk/
UK /ˌsɪmp.təˈmæt̬.ɪk/
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Adjective

1.

serving as a symptom or sign, especially of something undesirable

Example:
His fatigue was symptomatic of a deeper health issue.
The rising crime rate is symptomatic of underlying social issues.
2.

relating to or constituting a symptom

Example:
The doctor prescribed medication for the symptomatic relief of pain.
This treatment focuses on managing symptomatic manifestations rather than curing the underlying cause.
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