diagnostics

noun

plural of diagnostic
as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind the thesis that moral decline is the infallible diagnostic of a decadent society

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Recent Examples of diagnostics Jewett points out that there are plenty of applications, such as drug delivery and diagnostics, that don’t need a cell that fully rebuilds itself but could benefit from a facsimile like the SpudCell. — Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 14 July 2026 The same principle applies to medical devices, diagnostics, digital health technologies, and vaccines. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 14 July 2026 Meanwhile, some of the world’s largest beauty companies continue investing heavily in biotechnology, longevity science and precision skin diagnostics, with experts like NEXT Health evolving with the wellness shift. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 The molecular diagnostics company surged 10% after Bloomberg News reported , citing people familiar, that firms like EQT , AllianceBernstein , and KKR are interested in taking Qiagen over. — Michelle Fox, CNBC, 9 July 2026 Buff blends diagnostics and the latest and most significant findings in functional medicine with conventional medicine. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026 In November, a British woman with the social media username AmieinChina posted on TikTok about her decision to travel to Beijing for diagnostics tests. — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 8 July 2026 Securing a current-generation health tracker equipped with blood-oxygen (SpO2) diagnostics and over 40 dedicated exercise modes below the $70 mark is an exceptional find. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 July 2026 His research includes environmental health and global health diagnostics innovation. — William McCarthy, NPR, 4 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnostics
  1. characteristics
  2. features
  3. traits
  4. qualities
  5. attributes
  6. attributions
Noun
  • As far as the on-field characteristics, the Cubs see a super-athletic pitcher who, despite being only 6-foot-1, can hold his 95-mph heater into games.
    — Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 17 July 2026
  • For black holes, this measure of entropy is connected to characteristics like spin and energy, which means it could be used to understand how these cosmic titans respond to different events.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of characteristics
Noun
  • But horns are actually important safety features and, when used properly, can also help keep traffic moving.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 12 July 2026
  • Hackman Capital’s plan to recoup its investment included continuing to operate Television City as a studio for rent while adding new revenue-generating features.
    — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
Definition of features
Noun
  • Rabe has the physical traits to move quickly through KC’s minor-league system, too.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026
  • One key theory is neoteny, where domestication selects for juvenile traits like kneading, making cats more tolerant of humans.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of traits
Noun
  • But his centre-forward qualities extend beyond pure physical strength, with Merino possessing genuine striker instincts, movement and anticipation.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Schools may soon be the only institution capable of developing these qualities consistently and at scale.
    — Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of qualities
Noun
  • Although the origins of the brooch itself are still unknown, the meaning behind the moonstone could indicate reflection, celebration or various attributes Queen Camilla wanted to emphasize at Wednesday’s event.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 July 2026
  • Greece nails oodles of desirable attributes, according to Henley & Partners, a company that provides residence and citizenship planning.
    — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 14 July 2026
Definition of attributes
Noun
  • The work has bounced between several attributions over the years before scholar Giuseppe Porzio identified it as a painting by Glielmo, giving bidders a fresh reason to take notice.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 3 June 2026
  • Political discussions on social media are often dominated by competing attributions of more and more insidious motives to people on the other side.
    — Mark Schroeder, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
Definition of attributions

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