单词 | symptom |
释义 | symptom symptom /ˈsɪmp.təm/ noun [C] B2 any feeling of illness or physical or mental change that is caused by a particular disease: » He's complaining of all the usual flu symptoms - a high temperature, headache, and so on.» He's been HIV-positive for six years, but just recently he's started to develop the symptoms of AIDS.Thesaurus+: ↑Symptoms and diagnosis of medical problemsC2 any single problem that is caused by and shows a more serious and general problem: » It's her feeling that the recent outbreaks of violence are a symptom of the dissatisfaction that is currently affecting our society.Thesaurus+: ↑Typifying, illustrating and exemplifying , ↑Meaning and significance• • • Extra Examples:» He had all the classic symptoms of the disease.» If the symptoms get worse, consult your doctor.» Tiredness, loss of appetite and sleeping problems are all classic symptoms of depression.» They claim it is a symptom of a deeper and more general malaise in society.» The first symptom of the disease is a very high temperature. |
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