anemic
1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for anemic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Suffering from or related to anemia.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
How to use anemic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Formed from anemia plus the adjective ending -ic.
Full origin of anemic →Frequently asked questions
What does “anemic” mean?
The word “anemic” means suffering from or related to anemia. In plain terms, either medically low on healthy red blood cells, or, more loosely, weak and lacking energy or force.
How do you pronounce “anemic”?
“Anemic” is pronounced uh-NEE-mihk (/əˈniː.mɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “anemic” in a sentence?
Here is “anemic” used in a sentence: “The blood test showed she was mildly anemic.”
What is the opposite of “anemic”?
The opposite of “anemic” — its antonyms — is nonanemic.
What part of speech is “anemic”?
“Anemic” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “anemic” have?
“Anemic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: suffering from or related to anemia.