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Anemic: meaning, definitions and examples

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anemic

 

[ əˈniː.mɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

Anemic refers to a condition in which a person has a deficiency in the number or quality of red blood cells. This deficiency leads to reduced oxygen transport in the body, resulting in symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and pale skin. Anemia can be caused by various factors, including nutritional deficiencies, chronic diseases, or genetics. Understanding anemic conditions is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment, as it can significantly affect a person's overall health. Various forms of anemia exist, some of which may require specific dietary changes or medical interventions.

Synonyms

anemia, bloodless, pallid

Examples of usage

  • She felt constantly tired due to her anemic condition.
  • The doctor diagnosed him as anemic after the blood test.
  • Anemic patients often need to monitor their iron intake.
  • Her anemic state was improved with iron supplements.

Translations

Translations of the word "anemic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anémico

🇮🇳 एनीमिक

🇩🇪 anämisch

🇮🇩 anemia

🇺🇦 анемічний

🇵🇱 anemiczny

🇯🇵 貧血の

🇫🇷 anémique

🇪🇸 anémico

🇹🇷 anemik

🇰🇷 빈혈의

🇸🇦 فقر الدم

🇨🇿 anemický

🇸🇰 anemický

🇨🇳 贫血的

🇸🇮 anemičen

🇮🇸 blóðleysis

🇰🇿 анемиялық

🇬🇪 ანემიური

🇦🇿 anemik

🇲🇽 anémico

Word origin

The term 'anemic' comes from the Greek word 'anaimia,' which means 'lack of blood.' The prefix 'a-' means 'without,' and 'haima' translates to 'blood.' This reflects the fundamental characteristic of the condition, which is a decrease in red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood. The usage of the term has evolved over time, particularly within the medical field, where it has been used to describe various types of anemia resulting from different causes - such as iron deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, or chronic diseases. In modern healthcare, understanding anemia is key to diagnosing underlying health issues and improving patient outcomes through proper treatment.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,005, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.