observable indication

[/əbˈzɜrvəbəl ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: observable indications / indicações observáveis
indicação observável
1. A sign, symptom, or evidence that can be perceived or detected through observation, suggesting the presence or existence of something
The fever was an observable indication of the patient's infection.
A febre era uma indicação observável da infecção do paciente.
2. A visible or detectable marker that points to a particular condition, problem, or situation
Dark clouds are an observable indication of approaching rain.
Nuvens escuras são uma indicação observável de chuva se aproximando.
3. In medical or scientific contexts, a perceptible signal that suggests a diagnosis or finding
Elevated blood pressure is an observable indication of cardiovascular stress.
A pressão arterial elevada é uma indicação observável do estresse cardiovascular.
This term is predominantly used in medical, scientific, and formal professional contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'sinal' (sign) is often preferred in casual medical settings, while 'indicação observável' is used in formal documentation and academic writing. In the United States, this phrase is commonly encountered in healthcare, research, and investigative contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
signsymptommarkerevidencesignalmanifestationindicator
Antonyms / Antônimos
concealmenthidden conditionundetectable factor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
indicação observável / sinal observável
Most common usage in medical and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
indicação visível / sintoma aparente
Colloquial variation emphasizing visibility
São Paulo
indicador observável / evidência perceptível
Preferred in technical and formal documentation
Portugal
indicação observável / sinal perceptível
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese, slightly more formal register

Related Words

observationdetectionsymptomatologyclinical signmanifestationevidence

Related Idioms & Phrases

A telltale sign
Writing on the wall
Clear as day
Show of hands
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