diagnostic
/ˌdaɪəɡˈnɑstɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or used in the identification of a disease, problem, or condition.
- The mechanic ran a diagnostic scan on the car's computer system.
- A diagnostic test can confirm whether you have the virus.
- The hospital bought new diagnostic equipment for the radiology department.
- Serving as evidence or indicating the nature of something.
- A persistent cough is often diagnostic of bronchitis.
- The pattern of errors was diagnostic of a deeper software bug.
- Her reaction was diagnostic of someone who had been misled.
Synonyms
noun
- A test or tool used to identify a disease, problem, or condition.
- The doctor ordered several diagnostics to find the cause of the pain.
- The software includes a diagnostic that checks for memory errors.
- Modern diagnostics can detect many cancers early.