hematinic
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /hɪˈmætɪnɪk/
KK: /hɪˈmætɪnɪk/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that helps to increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood.
Example
Iron supplements are often considered hematinic because they help boost hemoglobin levels.
Conversation
I read that spinach has hematinic properties, which can help boost your iron levels.
That's interesting! I definitely need to eat more spinach then.
Yeah, it’s a simple way to make sure you get enough nutrients.
For sure! Plus, I love adding it to my smoothies.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
blood
iron
nutritional
Antonyms
anemic
depleted
deficient
noun
Definition
A substance that helps to increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood, which can improve the body's ability to carry oxygen.
Example
The doctor prescribed a hematinic to help treat the patient's anemia.
Conversation
I heard that taking a hematinic can really help boost energy levels.
Yeah, I've read that it can increase your hemoglobin too.
I might consider it if I keep feeling this tired.
Root Explanation
Hematinic is formed from "hemat-" (from Greek "haima", meaning blood) and "-inic" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a relationship to a specific substance). The word refers to substances that increase the amount of hemoglobin in the blood or improve the quality of blood.
Memory Tip
Think of 'blood' ('hemat-') and how 'hematinic' relates to improving or enhancing blood quality.
Visually Confused Words
thematic
rhematic
chromatinic