symptom

UK
/ˈsɪmptəm/
US
/ˈsɪmptəm/

Translations

symptomnoun
symptoms
pl
UK
/ˈsɪmptəm/
US
/ˈsɪmptəm/
The doctor asked about the symptoms of the illness.
Доктор спросил о симптомах болезни.
symptomadjective
more symptom
Comp.
most symptom
Super.
UK
/ˈsɪmptəm/
US
/ˈsɪmptəm/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "symptom management").

Definitions

symptomnoun
A physical or mental feature that is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly such a feature that is apparent to the patient.
Fever and a sore throat are common symptoms of the flu.
A sign of the existence of something, especially of an undesirable situation.
The increasing crime rate is a symptom of the city's economic decline.
symptomadjective
Relating to or intended for the relief, management, or description of symptoms.
Effective symptom management is essential in palliative care.