a·nae·mic

[uh-nee-mik]
adjective
anemic.

Related forms
non·a·nae·mic, adjective
pseu·do·a·nae·mic, adjective
un·a·nae·mic, adjective
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anaemic or (US) anemic (əˈniːmɪk) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
—adj
1.  relating to or suffering from anaemia
2.  pale and sickly looking; lacking vitality
 
anemic or (US) anemic
 
—adj

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Word Origin & History

anaemic
c.1840, Mod.L., from Gk. anaimia, from an- "without" + haima "blood" (see anaemia).
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Example sentences
But it could lengthen if growth remains anaemic and deficits stay high.
Although many countries have now returned to growth, it is generally anaemic.
He's still mildly anaemic, but he enjoys a good quality of life.
History teaches us that financial crises are followed by anaemic growth and the
  developed economy is duly following the script.
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