Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anaemic
Adjective
/əˈniːmɪk/
Definition
Relating to or suffering from a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
Examples
- After weeks of feeling tired and weak, she found out she was anaemic.
- The anaemic patient was advised to increase her iron intake.
- His anaemic complexion gave away his lack of energy.
Meaning
Having a reduced number of red blood cells or hemoglobin, leading to a lack of oxygen in the body, which can cause fatigue and weakness.
Synonyms
- weak
- debilitated
- feeble
