Synonyms of diagnosis

diagnosis

noun

ˌdī-ig-ˈnō-səs 

as in decision

a position arrived at after consideration

my diagnosis of the situation is that immediate action needs to be taken

Synonyms & Similar Words

• decision
• opinion
• verdict
• conclusion
• determination
• judgment
• resolution
• award
• view
• deliverance
• ruling
• call
• finding
• instruction
• sentence
• choice
• mandate
• adjudication
• decree
• order
• consensus
• word
• selection
• directive
• option
• conviction
• disposition
• last word
• belief
• charge
• commandment
• edict
• dictate
• feeling
• mind
• behest
• say-so
• sentiment
• notion
• doom
• persuasion
• eye

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• tie
• halt
• deadlock
• draw
• standoff
• stalemate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of diagnosis

Meanwhile, Charles, who revealed his cancer diagnosis in 2024, has continued to maintain a demanding work schedule. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 27 July 2026

The consolidation of those functions under a single leader was deliberate, and the diagnosis behind it says something important about how Shahin thinks about the work. — Peter High, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

At the same time as the Parkinson’s diagnosis and treatment, Simon underwent surgery for basal cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer, on her face. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026

Girls frequently receive diagnoses much later than boys, often not until adulthood. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 27 July 2026