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prognosi

prognosis

noun proh-NYOH-zee Rare

Origin: Greek prognōsis (foreknowledge), from pro- (before) + gnōsis (knowledge)

Usage Note

Prognosi is a Greek-origin noun that is invariable — the plural is also prognosi (no change). It is used almost exclusively in medical contexts: la prognosi è favorevole ('the prognosis is favourable'). The set phrase dimesso con prognosi riservata means 'discharged with guarded prognosis,' common in Italian medical bulletins.

Examples

"Il medico ha dato una prognosi positiva."

Natural Translation

The doctor gave a positive prognosis.

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