ab
sorb
Third Person
absorbs
Present Participle
absorbing
Past Tense
absorbed
Past Participle
absorbed
1
to take in energy, liquid, etc.
transitive
- Plants absorb sunlight to produce energy through photosynthesis.
- The sponge absorbed the spilled water from the countertop.
- The paper towel absorbed the grease from the pizza.
- Our skin absorbs moisturizer to keep it hydrated.
- The soil absorbed the rainwater, preventing flooding.
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2
to understand and incorporate information, ideas, or experiences
transitive
- As a dedicated student, she strives to read and absorb information from a variety of textbooks to deepen her understanding of the subject.
- During the workshop, participants have the opportunity to absorb valuable insights from industry experts.
- As an avid reader, he loves to absorb new ideas and perspectives by exploring a diverse range of literature.
- In the immersive language course, learners are encouraged to absorb vocabulary and grammar through interactive exercises and real-life scenarios.
- The mentor advised the intern to absorb as much practical experience as possible during the internship to enhance their skills.
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3
to be taken in or drawn into something
- The heat from the fire absorbed into the metal, making it glow.
- The sunlight absorbed into the dark surface, causing it to warm up.
- The moisture absorbed into the wood, causing it to swell.
- The heat from the stove absorbed into the pot, cooking the meal.
4
to take in a form of energy, such as heat or light
transitive
- The solar panels absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity.
- The black surface absorbed more heat from the sun than the white surface.
- The material absorbs energy from the impact, reducing damage.
- The car's battery absorbs energy while charging, powering the vehicle.
- The heat from the fire was absorbed by the stones around it.
5
to cover or pay for the expenses of something
transitive
- The company will absorb the costs of the new training program for its employees.
- The hotel absorbed the extra charges for the guest’s extended stay.
- The insurance policy absorbs the medical costs after the deductible is met.
- The government plans to absorb the costs of the public health initiative.
- The sponsor will absorb the cost of the venue for the event.
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to take something in and integrate it into a larger system or whole
transitive
- The company absorbed the smaller startup to expand its market presence.
- The library absorbed the new collection of books into its archives.
- The community absorbed the new members, making them feel welcome.
- The company absorbed the new technology into their existing system.
- The country absorbed many immigrants, making them part of its diverse culture.
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to fully engage someone’s focus or interest
transitive
- The book was so fascinating that it absorbed her attention for hours.
- The movie was so gripping that it absorbed everyone in the theater.
- The game was so exciting that it absorbed all of their attention.
- The art exhibit absorbed the visitors, who admired each painting closely.
- The fascinating lecture absorbed the students, and they asked many questions.