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

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

The 24-year-old said the medical emergency involved a series of unexplained neurological symptoms that affected some of his physical functions. — Ryan Canfield Outkick, FOXNews.com, 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

Lewy body dementia symptoms tend to start with rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder, such as screaming or kicking during sleep. — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

In the early stages, the condition often has no symptoms and can quietly progress. — Fresenius Kidney Care, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026

Papps said the bigger concern is relying on seeds to mask symptoms of an underlying condition instead of seeking care. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026

But preliminary data collected by other researchers suggests that the link between chatbots and poorer mental health symptoms in young people might go both ways, says Maheux. — Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 30 Oct. 2026