Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Absorb.
How to pronounce absorb:
US
Absorb - as a verb
Become imbued
Example: "The liquids, light, and gases absorb"
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Take up mentally
Example: "He absorbed the knowledge or beliefs of his tribe"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Take up, as of debts or payments
Example: "Absorb the costs for something"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Take in, also metaphorically
Example: "The sponge absorbs water well"
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Cause to become one with
Example: "The sales tax is absorbed into the state income tax"
Suck or take up or in
Example: "A black star absorbs all matter"
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Devote (oneself) fully to
Example: "He immersed himself into his studies"
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Assimilate or take in
Example: "The immigrants were quickly absorbed into society"
Example Sentences
"She used a sponge to absorb the spill on the floor."
"The plants absorb water from the soil through their roots."
"The black shirt will absorb more heat than the white one."
"He tried to absorb as much information as possible before the exam."
"The sponge absorbs liquid quickly."
Word Game Points
Is ABSORB a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, absorb is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ABSORB has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is ABSORB a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, absorb is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordABSORB has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is ABSORB a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, absorb is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordABSORB has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
