Definition

In a way that does not show obvious symptoms or signs of a disease or condition, often detected only through tests.

Example

The patient was subclinically affected by the condition, showing no visible symptoms.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how some symptoms can appear subclinically?

Yeah, it's interesting how they can affect people without showing obvious signs.

Exactly! It makes it hard to diagnose sometimes, doesn’t it?

Totally, I think more awareness is needed about those subclinically expressed symptoms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subclinically → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "clinicalis" (from Latin "clinicus", meaning relating to a bed or clinical practice). The word refers to conditions that are present but not severe enough to be clinically evident or diagnosed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'clinical' relating to medical practice — so subclinically refers to conditions that are under the level of clinical detection.

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