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Meaning of the word anemic in English

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anemic

US /əˈniː.mɪk/
UK /əˈniː.mɪk/
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Adjective

1.

suffering from anemia

Example:
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The patient was diagnosed as anemic and prescribed iron supplements.
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Her pale skin and constant fatigue were signs that she might be anemic.
Synonym:
bloodlesspalepallidwansallow
2.

lacking in vitality or spirit; weak or insipid

Example:
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The team's performance was anemic, resulting in another loss.
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The plot of the movie was so anemic that it failed to engage the audience.
Synonym:
weakfeeblelanguidlistlessspiritlessinsipiddullflatuninspiredlacklusterpalepallidcolorlessbloodlesswan
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