asymptomatic

[-ɾɪk]

UK: /ˌeɪsɪm(p)təˈmætɪk/

asymptomatic

English Adj

Definition

Not exhibiting any symptoms of disease, as for example in a case which is subclinical (“without signs detectable by physical examination or laboratory test”).

Etymology

PIE word *ḱóm The adjective is derived from a- (prefix meaning ‘not’) + symptomatic. The noun is derived from the adjective.