Synonyms of symptoms

symptoms

noun

plural of symptom

as in manifestations

something that indicates the presence of something else (such as a disease or problem)

A sore throat, a runny nose, and frequent sneezing are some of the symptoms of the common cold.

Homelessness is only a symptom of larger problems in our society.

Related Words

• manifestations
• signs
• characteristics
• features
• indications
• traits
• clues
• cues
• properties
• hallmarks
• suggestions
• qualities
• intimations
• diagnostics
• hints
• signals
• inklings
• marks
• evidences
• leads
• tokens
• overtones
• glimpses
• keys
• pointers
• scents
• winds
• telltales
• mentions
• breaths
• denotations
• guideposts
• whiffs
• glimmers
• flickers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of symptoms

Doctors evaluate symptoms such as mood swings and memory loss to try to tell if patients may have CTE, or chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a disease linked to concussions and other brain trauma. — ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026

Perimenopause, the transitional period before menopause, typically begins in one's 40s and can last several years, often bringing symptoms like hot flashes, sleep issues, irritability and lower energy, according to the Office on Women's Health. — Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026

My symptoms aren't on the bowel cancer poster, other than weight loss and fatigue, but many women are tired anyway. — Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026

Keep in mind that an infected streaming box may show no obvious symptoms. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Nov. 2026

Key Takeaways People whose bedtimes and wake times changed a lot from day to day had more symptoms of depression and anxiety, a new study found. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Nov. 2026

Another employee has symptoms that seem urgent but may not require an emergency room. — Soniya Bopache, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Medical records pivoted from linking symptoms from obesity to mental health factors. — Jennifer Silva, STAT, 6 Nov. 2026

Sue’s situation is unique, since most Alzheimer’s cases are detected late in life when symptoms are more pronounced. — Josephine Murphy, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2026