anemic

adjective ane·mic \ə-ˈnē-mik\

medical : relating to or suffering from anemia

: not strong, forceful, or impressive

Full Definition of ANEMIC

: relating to or affected with anemia

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

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