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

Six describes his symptoms, and drug regimen (Oxycodone for the chronic pain), with tough understatement. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026

Studies suggest that drug, sometimes combined with other medications, eases symptoms for 98% of patients. — Deborah Becker, NPR, 16 Aug. 2026

To be sure, efforts to prop up the yen were seen as short-term measures to address the symptoms rather than the root causes of the currency’s weakness. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026

Key Takeaways Parkinson’s disease is diagnosed based on symptoms, physical signs, and diagnostic criteria, as there is no single test to confirm it. — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2026

According to a GoFundMe set up to fund her ongoing treatment, severe headaches and blurred vision were among the initial symptoms Katie experienced before her cancer diagnosis. — Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026

The illness, cyclosporiasis, is caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis; symptoms include watery diarrhea, cramping, gas, nausea and fatigue. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026

Many people might have Candida auris on themselves right now but are not actually infected and displaying symptoms. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026

Those exhibiting suspicious symptoms had samples taken and sent to a laboratory for analysis, the ministry said on Saturday, adding that the vessel was also decontaminated. — ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026