1. suffering from anemia; having too few red blood cells or too little hemoglobin
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is ‘anemic’
2. lacking in color, spirit, or vitality; weak or feeble
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The doctor said she was anaemic and needed iron supplements.
• His anaemic appearance worried his family.
• The patient looked pale and anaemic after the surgery.
• The team gave an anaemic performance in the championship.
• Her anaemic attempt at humor fell flat.
• The company’s anaemic sales figures disappointed investors.