SYMPTOMATIC Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

symptomatic

adjective

ˌsim(p)-tə-ˈma-tik

Definition of symptomatic

as in characteristic

serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group a fever's refusal to respond to antibiotics is symptomatic of a viral infection

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of symptomatic In another notable case, a Las Vegas nurse practitioner was charged in a $906 million Medicare and TRICARE fraud scheme involving billing for medically unnecessary amniotic wound allografts — a crime symptomatic of a viral trend that authorities say has spread across the country. — Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 24 June 2026 But Palencia’s elbow didn’t feel great following his outing and was symptomatic, issues that persisted Tuesday and resulted in the Cubs placing him on the 15-day IL with right elbow inflammation. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026 Even so, these dismissals are symptomatic of a system in crisis. — Rebecca Dunlea, The Conversation, 17 June 2026 Even so, the public health department urged health providers to suspect the virus in symptomatic people who traveled to certain East or Central African nations in the last three weeks. — Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for symptomatic

Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptomatic

Adjective

But March’s westside trapped is a stunning left turn even for an artist whose defining characteristic to date is a penchant for change.

— Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 8 July 2026
This later onset is a characteristic LADA shares with type 2 diabetes.

— Adam Cohen, Oklahoman, 7 July 2026

Definition of characteristic

Adjective

If multiple people become infected within a neighborhood, a typical source would be a cooling tower, hot tub or spray fountain, NYC Health wrote on its website.

— Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 8 July 2026
The contoured footbed offers more support than a typical flat sandal, and the adjustable straps help customize the fit, which is especially helpful for her flat feet.

— Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026

Definition of typical

Adjective

The wine itself is distinctive due to its high percentage of Cabernet Franc (up to 55 percent), and also known for its long aging potential (15 to 50 years, and more for great vintages).

— Lewis Chester, Robb Report, 11 July 2026
After a fire—rumored to have been set by a disgruntled former suitor of one of the Gangotena daughters—badly damaged the mansion, Italian architects rebuilt it in the early 20th century, giving it its distinctive Neoclassical character.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

Definition of distinctive

Browse Nearby Words

symptom

symptomatic

symptoms

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Symptomatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptomatic. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of symptomatic

adjective

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on symptomatic

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

fulcrum

Popular in Grammar & Usage

Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'?

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Commonly Misspelled Words

How to Use Em Dashes (—), En Dashes (–) , and Hyphens (-)

Popular in Wordplay

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

One-Word Oxymorons: Bittersweet, Spendthrift, and More

Ten Words Ending with a Silent ‘T’

The Words of the Week - Jul 10

Popular

Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'?

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

Games & Quizzes