symptosis

/ˌsɪmptəˈsɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of evaluating and interpreting symptoms of a disease or condition, often to determine a diagnosis.

“The doctor began the symptosis of the patient’s symptoms, looking for patterns and connections to determine the cause of the illness.”

2. noun

A symptom or combination of symptoms, especially as observed in a disease or disorder.

“The doctor studied the symptosis of the patient’s condition, taking note of the fever, cough, and fatigue.”

Synonyms

  • diagnosis
  • evaluation

Antonyms

  • recovery
  • remission