anemic
Translation
anaemic, weak, lacking in colour, feeble
Examples
The doctor said she was slightly anemic.
The doctor said she was slightly anaemic.
The team's performance was anemic.
The team's performance was anaemic.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) used to describe a noun or state The patient looked anaemic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pale, weak, feeble; Antonyms: robust, vigorous, ruddy
Etymology
From Greek 'an-' (without) + 'haima' (blood).
Memory Tips
Think 'an-' meaning 'without' and '-emic' relating to blood ('haemoglobin'). Without enough blood, one is weak and pale.