diagnosis

noun

ˌdī-ig-ˈnō-səs How to pronounce diagnosis (audio)
Definition of diagnosisnext
as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration my diagnosis of the situation is that immediate action needs to be taken

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Recent Examples of diagnosis Following his diagnosis and death, Brody’s parents received messages from other families in Ladera Ranch whose children had suffered from the same uncommon disease. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 This marks her first major concert residency and return to a full live touring run since announcing her diagnosis. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Aug. 2026 Winder, a 28-year-old right-hander, was once highly regarded but has seen his career impacted by injuries, including a recent Tommy John surgery diagnosis. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 The rarity of the condition means diagnosis can be delayed, increasing the chances of severe symptoms. — CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for diagnosis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnosis
  1. decision
  2. opinion
  3. verdict
  4. conclusion
  5. determination
Noun
  • Kroenke’s decision to purchase the Angels at a record $4 billion valuation has not impacted Trout’s plans to remain in Southern California.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The games present overly simplified worlds devoid of civilians, children, and animals, and there are no lasting consequences for players’ decisions.
    — Susan Page, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of decision
Noun
  • In an unsigned opinion, a majority of the justices said the administration is likely to win its argument that the group suing to stop construction cannot show its been sufficiently harmed.
    — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Someone close to you may arrive with urgency, opinions, and absolutely no interest in waiting.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of opinion
Noun
  • Shortly after hearing the verdict, Shakur’s sister, Sekyiwa, embraced a man seated behind her and wiped her eyes with a tissue, according to a live feed of the proceeding from The Associated Press.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Rahmani says if the jury still can’t reach a verdict, Sullivan will have no choice but to declare a mistrial.
    — Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of verdict
Noun
  • Despite the lack of outward signs in Ocean Springs, Nolan’s death has come to mean different things to different people and a lack of answers from authorities has left residents drawing their own conclusions about the circumstances of his death.
    — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Trump faces mounting pressure to address high gas prices as the war in Iran on Friday reached a six-month milestone with no conclusion in sight.
    — Aamer Madhani, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of conclusion
Noun
  • The conference said its rule would apply independently of the status of NCAA eligibility determinations.
    — Aaron Beard, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In his ruling Gayles rejected the government’s argument that Vorbe could be held in mandatory detention without a bond hearing simply because of Rubio’s determination in a letter.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of determination

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“Diagnosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnosis. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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