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 What began as a sudden, life-altering diagnosis at age 37 evolved into a decade and a half of medical hurdles, including nine daily medications and frequent hospitalizations that forced her to abandon her favorite activities. — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026 However, neither the medicine nor the diagnosis were discussed - this was a complete hallucination. — Demetri Giannikopoulos, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 How Huey Lewis found a new passion Lewis, in the wake of his diagnosis, has found refuge in nature. — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 10 July 2026 For generations, writing up a summary of a patient exam was a vital step for physicians trying to make an accurate diagnosis. — Alec Soth Madeleine Schwartz Helen Ouyang David Wallace-Wells Taffy Brodesser-Akner Lulu Garcia-Navarro Nitsuh Abebe Lisa Sanders, M.d. Peter C. Baker John Hodgman, New York Times, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for diagnosis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnosis
  1. decision
  2. opinion
  3. verdict
  4. conclusion
  5. determination
Noun
  • The best meals arrive slowly, with water nearby, warm air moving through the room, and service that makes staying longer feel like the only sensible decision.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.
    — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
Definition of decision
Noun
  • The commissioners’ proclamation said the school district’s arguments in its 2024 lawsuit against the Education Department informed much of the opinion.
    — Mary Ella Hastings July 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026
  • Despite their differing opinions on Oppenheimer, everyone in the studio was jazzed to see what Nolan had made (though Hannah was a little skeptical of Matt Damon as Odysseus).
    — Alex Jhamb Burns, Vogue, 14 July 2026
Definition of opinion
Noun
  • For example, a 30-second limit from the first stoppage of play for an initial VAR verdict, then another 30 seconds for the referee to make the final call.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 14 July 2026
  • The total comprises the $5 million in damages awarded in the jury's May 2023 verdict, plus post-judgment interest that accrued in the subsequent three years.
    — Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Definition of verdict
Noun
  • The event offered a diverse mix of finishes and decisions, providing plenty of action beyond the main event's abrupt conclusion.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Yet, just hours after the conclusion of the second day of the NBA Draft, the Charlotte Hornets said goodbye to the LaMelo Ball era, sending him to Minnesota for Naz Reid even though the star guard loved it in the Carolinas.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2026
Definition of conclusion
Noun
  • But as far as their defensive commitment goes, and their sheer determination to see the game plan through, Paraguay deserve at least a little credit for almost shutting an incredible team down.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 5 July 2026
  • For 250 years, Americans have overcome every challenge with grit, resilience, and determination.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 4 July 2026
Definition of determination

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“Diagnosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnosis. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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