Simple meaning
What does Absorb mean?
Absorb means take in or soak up.
Dictionary definition
To take in or soak up something such as liquid, light, heat, or information.
Example sentences
Absorb in a sentence
easy
A sponge can absorb water quickly.
medium
Plants absorb sunlight to make food.
hard
Good readers absorb new ideas by reviewing key details.
Synonyms
Words like Absorb
soak upUse when liquid is taken in.
take inUse for receiving information or energy.
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Base word
absorb
noun
absorption
The process of taking in something.
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Practice 1
What does absorb mean?
Absorb means receiving something into a material, body, or mind.
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