Diagnostic

Pronunciation: /ˌdaɪəɡˈnɑːstɪk/

Diagnostic (adjective)

  1. used to find out what is wrong with something, especially in medicine or technology.

Examples

  • The diagnostic test revealed the issue.
  • A diagnostic approach can help solve the problem.

Common collocations: diagnostic test, diagnostic tool, diagnostic procedure, run a diagnostic, perform a diagnostic

Diagnostic (noun)

  1. a test or tool used to find out what is wrong with something.

Examples

  • The mechanic used a diagnostic to find the issue.
  • A diagnostic can save time in troubleshooting.

Synonyms of Diagnostic

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Diagnostic

  • — when referring to tools or tests that do not identify conditions