anemic
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adjective \ə-ˈnē-mik\Definition of ANEMIC
1
: relating to or affected with anemia
2
a : lacking force, vitality, or spirit <an anemic rendition of the song> <anemic efforts at enforcement> b : lacking interest or savor : insipid <anemic wines> c : lacking in substance or quantity <anemic returns on an investment> <anemic attendance>
— ane·mi·cal·ly \-mi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
See Examples of ANEMIC
- The doctor told me I was slightly anemic.
- The band played an anemic rendition of a classic love song.
- Investors are worried about the stock's anemic performance.
- Officials worried about anemic attendance at the shows.
- Sales rose an anemic 0.5 percent last quarter.
First Known Use of ANEMIC
1826
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