anaemic
Translation
anemic
Examples
He looked pale and anaemic.
He looked pale and anemic.
The economy showed anaemic growth last quarter.
The economy showed anemic growth last quarter.
Grammar Patterns
an ((anemic)) ((noun)) an anemic patient
to look/be ((anemic)) He looked pale and anemic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pale, weak, feeble; Antonyms: healthy, vigorous
Etymology
Derived from the noun 'anemia' by adding the adjectival suffix '-ic'. Note the US spelling 'anemic'.
Memory Tips
If you have anemia, you are anemic. It can also be used figuratively to mean lacking in color, spirit, or vitality.