Diagnosis
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The process of “recognizing” a disease or condition based on symptoms, signs, and supporting examination results to accurately establish its character and identity.
Synonyms & Variants
diagnosa
Non-standard spelling but very commonly used in daily conversation and media contexts.
identifikasi
Similar in the context of determination, but 'identification' is more general.
pemeriksaan
The act of examining or inspecting to determine health conditions.
penegakan diagnosis
The formal process of establishing the type of disease in medical practice.
vonis
An informal term often used by the public to refer to the final result of a doctor's diagnosis.
analisis
Similar in the process of dissecting information, but 'analysis' is broader.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word “diagnosis” originates from the Greek diagnōsis, a compound of dia- meaning “through” or “apart,” and gnōsis meaning “knowledge.” It literally signifies “knowledge through” or “distinguishing knowledge.” In modern medical contexts, the term evolved to refer specifically to the process of identifying a disease based on symptomatic analysis. Indonesian adopted it, retaining its technical and formal meaning.
Real-world Usage
Diagnosis akurat sangat penting untuk penanganan medis yang tepat.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.