Anaemic/əˈniːmɪk/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context Use 'anaemic' to describe someone's physical health relating to blood. After the surgery, the patient appeared somewhat anaemic. Pro Tip 2/3Beyond Appearance 'Anaemic' involves more than looking pale; it's about blood health. You may look well, but blood tests have confirmed you're anaemic. Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Tiredness Being anaemic is different from just feeling tired or sleepy. Although tiredness can be a symptom, her anaemia required specific treatment.