anemia
1 synonym for anemia, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A condition in which the blood has too few red blood cells or too little hemoglobin, leaving the body short of oxygen and often causing tiredness and paleness.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use anemia
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
iron-deficiency anemia
sickle-cell anemia
suffer from anemia
Etymology
From Greek anaimia, from an- ("without") + haima ("blood").
Full origin of anemia →Frequently asked questions
What does “anemia” mean?
The word “anemia” means a condition in which the blood has too few red blood cells or too little hemoglobin, leaving the body short of oxygen and often causing tiredness and paleness. In plain terms, a blood condition where you don't have enough healthy red blood cells, leaving you tired and pale.
How do you pronounce “anemia”?
“Anemia” is pronounced uh-NEE-mee-uh (/əˈnimi.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “anemia” in a sentence?
Here is “anemia” used in a sentence: “Her doctor diagnosed her with anemia after a routine blood test.”
What part of speech is “anemia”?
“Anemia” is a noun.
Where does the word “anemia” come from?
The word “anemia” comes from Greek. From Greek anaimia, from an- ("without") + haima ("blood").
Is “anemia” a common word?
“Anemia” is an uncommon word in modern English.
