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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

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anaemic

Antonyms

nonanemic

How to use anemic

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

Formed from anemia plus the adjective ending -ic.

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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.

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