absorb

/ɐbsˈɔːb/

/əbˈzɔɹb/

[verb]

to absorb

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to take in energy, liquid, etc.

synonyms : take in

antonyms : emit

become imbued

take up mentally

synonyms : assimilate

ingest

take in

take in, also metaphorically

synonyms : draw

take up, as of debts or payments

synonyms : take over

cause to become one with

devote (oneself) fully to

synonyms : engross

consume all of one's attention or time

synonyms : engage

engross

occupy

assimilate or take in

Examples

1. The hollow macaroni tubes absorb the flavorful broth in the soup.

2. The bathroom rug absorbs water and prevents slipping on the floor.

3. As the rain poured, the thirsty plant absorbed water through its roots, nourishing its leaves and stems.

4. To absorb the lesson, I had to do it over.

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