1. the identification of a disease or medical condition through examination of symptoms
Usage: medical
2. the analysis and identification of the nature or cause of a problem
Usage: general use

Examples

• The doctor’s diagnosis was pneumonia.
• She received a cancer diagnosis last month.
• Early diagnosis can improve treatment outcomes.
• The mechanic’s diagnosis revealed engine problems.
• His diagnosis of the company’s financial troubles was accurate.
• The diagnosis took several weeks to confirm.
• A second opinion confirmed the original diagnosis.