Definition

In a way that relates to identifying a problem or condition, often used in medical or technical contexts.

Example

The doctor examined the patient diagnostically to determine the cause of the symptoms.

Conversation

I heard you went to the doctor recently; how did it go?

It went well, but they had to check me diagnostically for a few things.

That sounds thorough! Were you worried about anything specific?

Not really, but I always feel better when they do tests diagnostically.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diagnostically → It is formed from "diagnosis" (from Greek "diagnōsis", meaning discernment or judgment) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "diagnostically" refers to something done in a manner that relates to discernment or judgment, particularly in a medical or analytical context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'diagnosis' as the process of discerning or judging a condition, and remember that 'diagnostically' means doing something in a way that relates to that process.

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