Definitions and Examples of diagnosed, identified, known
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a medical condition or problem identified or recognized by a doctor or medical professional.
Example
After several tests, the doctor finally diagnosed her with a rare autoimmune disease.
identified
Having something recognized or distinguished as a particular thing.
Example
The police identified the suspect through fingerprints found at the crime scene.
Recognized or familiar to someone; within the scope of knowledge or understanding.
Example
Her talent for singing was known to everyone in the community.
Key Differences: diagnosed vs identified vs known
- 1Diagnosed is used specifically in the context of medical conditions or problems.
- 2Identified can be used in various contexts, such as identifying suspects, objects, or issues.
- 3Known refers to something that is recognized or familiar to someone.
Effective Usage of diagnosed, identified, known
- 1Medical Context: Use diagnosed to describe a medical condition or problem that has been identified.
- 2Identification Context: Use identified to describe the recognition of suspects, objects, or issues.
- 3General Context: Use known to describe something that is recognized or familiar to someone.
Remember this!
The antonyms of undiagnosed are diagnosed, identified, and known. Use diagnosed in medical contexts, identified in identification contexts, and known in general contexts to convey the opposite meaning of not having a medical condition or problem identified or recognized.
