as in characteristic
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
a fever's refusal to respond to antibiotics is symptomatic of a viral infection
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Recent Examples of symptomatic
Instead, Tucker’s outward reactions after empty at-bats are symptomatic of a Cubs team that, at times, has looked tight or even lost.
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Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
This virus most frequently causes asymptomatic infections, but symptomatic infections can have quite severe symptoms, including paralysis of one or more limbs or even of the muscles involved in breathing.
—Jen Christiansen, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
No one wants to be sideswiped by a late-stage symptomatic disease that limits both clinical and life choices.
—Daniel J. Stone, Twin Cities, 4 June 2025
The best defense remains up-to-date vaccination, testing when symptomatic, masking in crowded indoor spaces, and staying home when sick.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
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Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
This virus most frequently causes asymptomatic infections, but symptomatic infections can have quite severe symptoms, including paralysis of one or more limbs or even of the muscles involved in breathing.
—Jen Christiansen, Scientific American, 25 June 2025
No one wants to be sideswiped by a late-stage symptomatic disease that limits both clinical and life choices.
—Daniel J. Stone, Twin Cities, 4 June 2025
The best defense remains up-to-date vaccination, testing when symptomatic, masking in crowded indoor spaces, and staying home when sick.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptomatic
Adjective
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The oversized racing bodywork played seamlessly with Lichtenstein’s characteristic thick black lines and bold colors.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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This plant is recognizable by its characteristic arrangement of leaves growing in groups of three with edges that vary from smooth to jagged.—
Christopher P. Holstege,
CNN Money,
17 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Another distinctive calling card: its auto heritage.—
Carol Cain,
Freep.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Each white to pale blue petal has a distinctive, dark blue line along its center.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Each provider offers distinct benefits, from low introductory prices to high-speed fiber connections.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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To Advance Redistricting Map Hurricane Erin 2025 Tracker: Satellite Images, Graphics Show Growing Storm's Path 11:18 AM EDT Erik and Lyle could get separate results As Erik and Lyle Menendez face separate parole hearings, their distinct approaches to rehabilitation may influence the outcomes.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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On a typical weekday, only two of them are occupied, though when the campus is crowded for, say, a football game day, they can all be staffed simultaneously.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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For most adults, the typical recommendation is at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity.—
Anthony Fredericks,
CNBC,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Symptomatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptomatic. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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