1. a physical or mental sign that indicates the presence of a disease or medical condition
Usage: medical
2. a sign or indication of the existence of something, especially something undesirable

Examples

• Fever is a common symptom of the flu.
• The doctor asked about her symptoms before making a diagnosis.
• Chest pain can be a symptom of heart disease.
• His cough was the first symptom to appear.
• Rising crime rates are a symptom of deeper social problems.
• The company’s declining profits are a symptom of poor management.
• Traffic congestion is often a symptom of rapid urban growth.