absent
ab
ˈæb
āb
sent
sənt
sēnt
British pronunciation
/ˈæbsənt/

Definition & Meaning of "absent"in English

absent
01

(of people) not present in a place

absent definition and meaning
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Examples
Jane was absent from school yesterday due to a fever.
02

not mentally present and distracted by other thoughts

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Examples
Her absent expression made it clear she was n't listening to the conversation.
03

completely missing or lacking

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Examples
His motivation was absent throughout the project.
to absent
01

go away or leave

01

in the absence of

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Absent a miracle, we will lose the game.
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