DIAGNOSED Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

diagnosed

verb

past tense of diagnose

as in identified

to find out or establish the identity of Experts have introduced new technology for diagnosing certain types of cancer in their early stages.

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Recent Examples of diagnosed Some people who are diagnosed with acute Lyme disease and treated still develop chronic symptoms. — Amanda Roome, The Conversation, 16 July 2026 In October 2024, Mitch was diagnosed with an aggressive, grade four brain tumor called an astrocytoma. — Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026 In related news, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that the final case of Ebola that had been diagnosed in Uganda had been released from hospital on Thursday, starting the 42-day countdown to declare the country Ebola free. — Helen Branswell, STAT, 16 July 2026 Doctors diagnosed him with a cavernous angioma, a large lesion in his brain stem consisting of two components, one of which had ruptured and was bleeding into his brain. — Mary Ella Hastings updated July 16, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026 He was diagnosed with stage 3 blood cancer and took time off from acting for chemotherapy. — ArsTechnica, 15 July 2026 In February 2023, Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). — Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026 In 2023, the actor announced he was diagnosed with stage 3 blood cancer. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 July 2026 How the infection is diagnosed A healthcare provider will diagnose cyclosporiasis by testing stool samples, according to the CDC. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 9 July 2026

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The man, identified by police as Joseph Gordon, is being held at the Parker County Jail on two counts of capital murder, according to the post.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026
The intruder, later identified as Andrew Truelove, was charged with hate crime - burglary, hate crime - menacing, hate crime - criminal trespass, and harassment by the NYPD.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 17 July 2026

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The festival, which spans the beach between Santa Monica Pier and Bay Street, takes its name from the street where Allen Sides founded the Ocean Way Recording studios.

— Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 16 July 2026
Marchanta, which was founded by Raylin Diaz, creative director, in the Dominican Republic creates collectible sculptural objects and fragrances inspired by the cultural richness of the Caribbean.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 July 2026

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Admissions decisions progressively depend on information that cannot be independently evaluated by applicants, parents, legislators, or even many faculty members.

— Scott White, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe was removed from the game and evaluated after taking a foul ball off his mask in the third.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026

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Residents of Sirik, a city located at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, reported hearing several explosions from a distance, according to the semi-official Mehr News Agency.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Tropical Delight Odia Catering, located at 235 North Industrial Boulevard in Bedford, had a score of 99.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Definition of located

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The Home Value Report and the office’s publicly available residential valuation model documentation give homeowners greater insight into how properties are assessed.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
The total amount being assessed for the 2025 weed and nuisance abatements for five properties is $22,520, which includes one property’s assessment of $12,620, according to a staff report.

— Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2026

Definition of assessed

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Charles Birnbaum, president of The Cultural Landscape Foundation, said his nonprofit was recognized as a Section 106 consulting party about the fencing in April, but has not been invited to any meetings about it.

— Rachel Treisman, NPR, 16 July 2026
Hayward and Bienvenue also recognized that their stories had been shortened for the show, so audiences did not see all of the necessary context for their engagement.

— Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

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