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ABSORPTION

(noun)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Absorption.

How to pronounce absorption:

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Absorption - as a noun

(chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
soaking up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sorption10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(physics) the process in which incident radiated energy is retained without reflection or transmission on passing through a medium

Example: "The absorption of photons by atoms or molecules"

The social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assimilation14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social process
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assimilation14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
biological processorganic process
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Complete attention; intense mental effort

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
concentration17engrossment14immersion13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attention9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The mental state of being preoccupied by something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
engrossment14preoccupancy25preoccupation21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognitive statestate of mind
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The absorption of water by the plant roots is crucial for its growth."
"The absorption of nutrients from food is necessary for proper digestion."
"The sponge has a high absorption capacity, allowing it to soak up spills quickly."
"The absorption of sunlight by the solar panels generates electricity."
"The absorption of information from books helps expand one's knowledge."
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Word Game Points

Is ABSORPTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, absorption is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABSORPTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ABSORPTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, absorption is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABSORPTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ABSORPTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, absorption is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABSORPTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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