diagnostic
Translation
diagnostic
Examples
The doctor ran a diagnostic test.
The doctor ran a diagnostic test.
This tool has diagnostic capabilities.
This tool has diagnostic capabilities.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) relating to the identification of an illness or problem. The mechanic used a diagnostic tool.
Similar Words
Synonyms: analytical, investigative
Etymology
From Greek 'diagignōskein' (to distinguish). 'dia-' (through) + 'gignōskein' (to know).
Memory Tips
Imagine a doctor looking 'through' (dia-) the symptoms to 'know' (-gnostic) the problem.