May 18, 2024 Word of the Day
Making a diagnosis
Definition of DIAGNOSIS
1 [noncount] : the act of identifying a disease, illness, or problem by examining someone or something
The unusual combination of symptoms made accurate diagnosis difficult.
She is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
2 [count] : a statement or conclusion that describes the reason for a disease, illness, or problem
The diagnosis was a mild concussion.
His doctor made an initial diagnosis of pneumonia.
The committee published its diagnosis of the problems affecting urban schools.
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