diagnostics
Translation
diagnostics
Examples
The car's computer ran diagnostics.
The car's computer ran diagnostics.
Medical diagnostics has improved greatly.
Medical diagnostics has improved greatly.
Grammar Patterns
((as a plural noun)) the process of identifying a problem. The engineer is running diagnostics on the system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: analysis, examination, check-up
Etymology
Plural noun form of the adjective 'diagnostic'. See 'diagnostic' for etymology.
Memory Tips
The 's' at the end signifies multiple tests or the science of testing. Think of 'computer diagnostics' - a series of checks.