Anaemic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Lacking vigor or energy; "an anemic attempt to hit the baseball".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The band's new album was met with criticism for its anaemic sound and lack of creative depth.
- The company's anaemic response to the crisis did little to reassure investors of their ability to manage risk.
- Her anaemic performance in the job interview meant she didn't stand a chance of getting hired.
- The team's anaemic offense made it impossible for them to score against their opponents.
- The politician's anaemic apology for his role in the scandal only seemed to fuel public outrage.
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Meaning 2
Relating to anemia or suffering from anemia.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The anaemic patient was advised to take iron supplements to boost her red blood cell count.
- After a few months of chemotherapy, she began to look anaemic and weak.
- Her anaemic condition made it difficult for her to perform daily tasks without getting tired.
- The doctor diagnosed the child with an anaemic condition caused by a lack of folic acid in her diet.
- The athlete's anaemic test results were a concern for her coach, who immediately changed her training diet.