variants
also diagnostical
as in characteristic
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
studies that show that cultural diversity is a diagnostic feature of a thriving city
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as in feature
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
the thesis that moral decline is the infallible diagnostic of a decadent society
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Recent Examples of diagnostic
Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 23 July 2025
This followed the deal last July to acquire an 80 percent stake in Heidelberg Engineering, a German company that is a specialist in diagnostic solutions, digital surgical technologies and health care IT for clinical ophthalmology.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 July 2025
William Jones, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Big Contracts and Consolidation are Choking Pet Tech and Food Startups
What was once a regional diagnostics and technology business has gone national, with industry giants like Mars, Zoetis, and IDEXX locking in long-term contracts with veterinary groups.
—Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Adjective
Besides wading through unclear early symptoms, diagnostic tools like imaging scans and biopsies are not widely accessible and can be expensive.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 23 July 2025
This followed the deal last July to acquire an 80 percent stake in Heidelberg Engineering, a German company that is a specialist in diagnostic solutions, digital surgical technologies and health care IT for clinical ophthalmology.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 July 2025
Noun
The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, NY, has initiated over 200 AI projects through its Center for Digital Health, integrating artificial intelligence into diagnostics and patient care.
—William Jones, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Big Contracts and Consolidation are Choking Pet Tech and Food Startups
What was once a regional diagnostics and technology business has gone national, with industry giants like Mars, Zoetis, and IDEXX locking in long-term contracts with veterinary groups.
—Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnostic
Adjective
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One unnamed feature on the intro sticks out though, complementing Tyler’s characteristic moxie with seasoned, head-of-state bravado.—
Olivier Lafontant,
Pitchfork,
21 July 2025
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As is characteristic of SummerFest, there will be some unexpected collaborations and surprises, including a dance-and-violin performance and a concert featuring an onstage chef.—
Beth Wood,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 July 2025
Noun
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In 2024, Samsung launched its first phone with AI features.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Rufus Sewell, with his piercing eyes and severe features, will costar in Pride and Prejudice as the dry, cynical Mr. Bennet, Lizzy's father.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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See air quality in your area See the live map below to track air quality in your area.—
Jack Albright,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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All that should matter is the quality of their research and teaching.—
Jonathan Zimmerman,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Quantum Computing’s Emerging Capabilities and Threats Quantum computing works by harnessing the distinctive properties of atoms and subatomic particles.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Often mistaken for king snakes or milk snakes, coral snakes display distinctive red, yellow, and black rings encircling their bodies.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
31 July 2025
Noun
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Best traits: Freaky physical traits Styles is built differently.—
Dane Brugler,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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Her signature ultra-thin, arched eyebrows, a style trait belonging to her renowned ’90s aesthetic, were kept intact, while her lips glowed as if they’d been coated in a thin layer of chapstick.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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On a recent Friday morning, a group of half a dozen neighbors and business owners in Fountain Square gathered near Leonard Street, looking prepared for a typical neighborhood cleanup.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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Regents selected the two most recent UT presidential appointments at University of Texas at Dallas and UTHealth Houston after a national search by a presidential search advisory committee, per the typical policy.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Major attributes must be considered, such as quality, security, performance and maintainability.—
Arthur Hicken,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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One attribute Ramsdale boasts which Pope does not is his strong ability to distribute with his feet.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Tyr was a god of war, similar—though distinct—to Mars in Roman mythology.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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What has remained distinct is where D.O.s work: disproportionately in rural areas, and in primary care practices.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 July 2025
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“Diagnostic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnostic. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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