Diagnostic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌdī-ig-ˈnä-stik/ di·ag·nos·tic

Meaning & Definition of Diagnostic

Diagnostic (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, or used in diagnosis
  2. using the methods of or yielding a diagnosis
  3. serving to distinguish or identify

Diagnostic (noun)

  1. the art or practice of diagnosis —often used in plural
  2. a distinguishing mark

Diagnostic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group

    "studies that show that cultural diversity is a diagnostic feature of a thriving city"

    similar: characteristic, classic, discriminating, distinct, distinctive, distinguishing, identifying, individual, peculiar, proper, symptomatic, typical
    related: idiosyncratic, identifiable, pronounced, unmistakable, general, generic, common, normal, regular, usual, especial, particular, special, specific, archetypal, model, paradigmatic
    opposite: atypical, nontypical, uncharacteristic, untypical

Diagnostic (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind

    "the thesis that moral decline is the infallible diagnostic of a decadent society"

    similar: affection, attribute, attribution, character, characteristic, criterion, differentia, feature, fingerprint, hallmark, mark, marker, note, particularity, peculiarity, point, property, quality, specific, stamp, touch, trait
    related: badge, indication, sign, emblem, symbol, token, charm, grace, excellence, merit, virtue, eccentricity, idiosyncrasy, oddity, quirk, individuality, singularity, uniqueness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Diagnostic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Diagnostic:

characteristic, classic, discriminating, distinct, distinctive, distinguishing, identifying, individual, peculiar, proper, symptomatic, typical, affection, attribute, attribution, character, criterion, differentia, feature, fingerprint, hallmark, mark, marker, note, particularity, peculiarity, point, property, quality, specific, stamp, touch, trait

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Diagnostic

Words with the opposite meaning of Diagnostic:

atypical, nontypical, uncharacteristic, untypical

Related Words for Diagnostic

idiosyncratic, identifiable, pronounced, unmistakable, general, generic, common, normal, regular, usual, especial, particular, special, archetypal, model, paradigmatic, badge, indication, sign, emblem, symbol, token, charm, grace, excellence, merit, virtue, eccentricity, idiosyncrasy, oddity

Word Forms of Diagnostic

Derived words: diagnostically (adverb), diagnostician (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Diagnostic

First known use: 1625

Frequently Asked Questions about Diagnostic

What does "Diagnostic" mean?

"Diagnostic" means of, relating to, or used in diagnosis. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: of, relating to, or used in diagnosis. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Diagnostic"?

Other words for "Diagnostic" include characteristic, classic, discriminating, distinct, distinctive, distinguishing, identifying and individual. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Diagnostic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Diagnostic"?

There are 67 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Diagnostic". Common alternatives include characteristic, classic, discriminating, distinct, distinctive, distinguishing, identifying, individual, peculiar and proper.

What is the opposite of "Diagnostic"?

Antonyms of "Diagnostic" include atypical, nontypical, uncharacteristic and untypical.

How do you use "Diagnostic" in a sentence?

Examples of "Diagnostic" in a sentence: "studies that show that cultural diversity is a diagnostic feature of a thriving city"; "the thesis that moral decline is the infallible diagnostic of a decadent society".

Is "Diagnostic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Diagnostic" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Diagnostic"?

"Diagnostic" is pronounced /ˌdī-ig-ˈnä-stik/ and divided into syllables as di·ag·nos·tic.

What is the origin of the word "Diagnostic"?

First known use: 1625.