symptomatic (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌsɪmptəˈmætɪk/
Definition
Serving as a sign or indication of a particular problem or condition.
Examples
His aggressive behavior was symptomatic of the deep frustration he felt at work.
These protests are symptomatic of widespread public dissatisfaction with the new law.
The high fever was symptomatic of the underlying infection that the doctors were trying to diagnose.
How to Use symptomatic
- symptomatic of (prepositional phrase)
- indicating the presence of a specific condition or problem — "This lack of communication is symptomatic of a toxic office culture."
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