Word
diagnosis
Phoneticsdi·ag·no·sis, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌdaɪəɡˈnoʊsəs/
UK/dˌaɪəɡnˈəʊsɪs/
Definitions
01medical identification
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Medicine
n. the act of identifying a disease or illness after a doctor examines you.
n. the identification of the nature and cause of a medical condition or illness through physical examination and testing.
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“The doctor's diagnosis was correct, and the medicine started working within two days.”
“Following a series of blood tests and an MRI scan, the specialist confirmed a diagnosis of early-stage arthritis.”
Usage
The plural form is 'diagnoses', pronounced with a long 'e' sound at the end.
Synonyms
02general analysis
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Formal
n. an opinion about the cause of a problem or situation that is not medical.
n. the identification of the nature and cause of a non-medical phenomenon or problem.
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“The consultant gave a clear diagnosis of why the company was losing money.”
“The economist's diagnosis of the current market volatility pointed toward a lack of consumer confidence rather than high interest rates.”
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of'.
Synonyms
03biological description
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Science Technical · Academic
n. a detailed description of a plant or animal that shows how it is different from others.
n. a formal description of a species or taxon that serves to distinguish it from related organisms.
“The scientist published a new diagnosis of the rare orchid found in the rainforest.”
“The original diagnosis of the genus failed to account for the significant morphological variations observed in the recently discovered subspecies.”
Usage
Historically, these descriptions were required to be published in Latin.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “diagnosis” in context.
Adjective
01. psychiatric diagnosis
“A formal psychiatric diagnosis is required before the patient can be prescribed this specific medication.”
adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“Psychiatrists hope the case brings attention to the need for better diagnosis and treatment for the illness.” “I don’t think my symptoms are serious enough to warrant treatment, but the increase in online discussion about these issues has helped equip many with the language needed to access diagnosis.” “Behind Thursby’s jungle is her father’s ill health, her adult daughter’s ill health and, finally, her own: a stage-four cervical cancer diagnosis in 2024, followed by gruelling treatment.” “The memoir for which he said he had received a huge advance , billed as a triumph over adversity including an early autism diagnosis, is scheduled to appear later this month.” Etymology
From Latin diagnōsis, from Ancient Greek διάγνωσις (diágnōsis), from διαγιγνώσκω (diagignṓskō, “to discern”), from διά (diá, “through”) + γιγνώσκω (gignṓskō, “to know”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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