Synonyms of symptomatic

symptomatic

adjective

ˌsim(p)-tə-ˈma-tik 

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

• characteristic
• distinct
• typical
• distinctive
• distinguishing
• diagnostic
• individual
• peculiar
• identifying
• classic
• proper
• unmistakable
• discriminating
• general
• usual
• common
• identifiable
• specific
• generic
• normal
• idiosyncratic
• particular
• pronounced
• special
• regular
• paradigmatic
• archetypal
• especial
• model

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• atypical
• uncharacteristic
• untypical
• nontypical

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of symptomatic

Given that measles is so transmissible, the presence of measles is symptomatic of an ailing public health immunization structure. — Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Anyone who was within 1 mile of the crash site and are symptomatic should seek medical attention. — Eric Henderson, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026

That felt symptomatic of their poor decision-making in attacking positions. — Stuart James, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Kisunla is designed to help slow the progression of early symptomatic Alzheimer’s by targeting the brain to break up and remove amyloid plaques, which are a hallmark of the disease. — Lauren Pastrana, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026