- a variation of anemic.
anaemic
Americanadjective
adjective
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relating to or suffering from anaemia
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pale and sickly looking; lacking vitality
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People with sickle cell are often at an increased risk of contracting serious infections or they can become anaemic, which is when red blood cells cannot carry enough oxygen around the body.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
In addition to the long-standing border conflict with its neighbour, Thailand's next administration will need to tackle anaemic economic growth, with its vital tourism industry yet to rebound to pre-Covid highs.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
Economic growth in the Southeast Asian nation is anaemic and there could still be an opportunity for Pheu Thai in future "if the economy continues to go downhill", Chambers said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 9, 2026
The latest financial figures come at a key time for Chancellor Rachel Reeves, with anaemic economic growth and rising inflation putting pressure on her tax and spending plans.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2025
He was a blonde, spiritless man, anaemic, and faintly handsome.
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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