Definition of Absorthe act by which one substance takes in something or is takExamples of Absorption in a senThe paper towels are thick, and as such, have a heavy absorption rate. During the lab, we watched the cell expand because of fluid absorption.  I am anemic because my body has an issue with iron absorption. Did you know oxygen enters the body through … [Read more...] about Absorption sentence & words in English
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Absorbent sentence & words in English
Definition of Absohaving the ability to soak up someExamples of Absorbent in a senWith the absorbent sponge, it sopped up every drop of liquid that had spilled on the counter. Instead of letting the water pool on his coaster, the man invented an absorbent coaster.  A form of chalk can be used to sooth an upset stomach because the chalk acts as an absorbent of the … [Read more...] about Absorbent sentence & words in English
Absorbed sentence & words in English
Definition of Absto be taken in, generally in reference to energy or lExamples of Absorbed in a senThe small amount of water was completely absorbed by the sponge I was using to clean the kitchen counters. As a gardener, I hope that my plants absorbed all of the sunlight they needed from the clear day we had.  The rechargeable battery absorbed electric energy as it was … [Read more...] about Absorbed sentence & words in English
Absorb sentence & words in English
Definition of Ato take in or soak up a subsExamples of Absorb in a senA sponge will absorb any water it is placed in quite well, since it is porous and designed for exactly that purpose. In order to absorb all of this knowledge, I must read every single page in this book and study it all very carefully. Snow will absorb the color of liquids that won’t melt it, so if you … [Read more...] about Absorb sentence & words in English
Absolve sentence & words in English
Definition of Abto make (someone) free from guilt, responsibility,Examples of Absolve in a senThe jury’s innocent verdict appears to absolve the defendant of any guilt. After the traffic accident, the drunk driver tried to absolve himself of responsibility for the wreck.  The fact you did not shoot the storeowner during your gang’s robbery does not absolve you of his … [Read more...] about Absolve sentence & words in English
Absolutism sentence & words in English
Definition of Absola political power that suggests that all power of the government should be given to a ruler or dicExamples of Absolutism in a senPreaching absolutism, the political group tried to convince the people that the president should have full control. The dictatorship runs off of absolutism and the tyrant rules with an iron fist.  Fearing absolutism, the … [Read more...] about Absolutism sentence & words in English
Absolution sentence & words in English
Definition of Absolsetting free from guilt, sin or penalty; forgiveness of an ofExamples of Absolution in a senThe killer got on his knees and begged for absolution at his execution. Because Sarah already forgave her husband for cheating the first time, she refused to offer him absolution for cheating a second time. The only way Blake will earn my absolution is if he … [Read more...] about Absolution sentence & words in English
Absoluteness sentence & words in English
Definition of Absolutfree from restriction or limitaExamples of Absoluteness in a senThe absoluteness of the woman’s hatred for her sister-in-law meant that she would go to any length to make sure her enemy suffered. Because of his absoluteness during his rule, the dictator was free to do whatever he pleased without limitation.  The absoluteness of father’s word cannot … [Read more...] about Absoluteness sentence & words in English
Absolutely sentence & words in English
Definition of Absolwith no limitation, restriction, or cExamples of Absolutely in a senMy cousin is absolutely convinced that there are aliens out there, even though we have no concrete evidence to back up such a notion. No matter what you do, there is absolutely no way you can fly by leaping of a cliff with feathers strapped to your arms. You can never be absolutely … [Read more...] about Absolutely sentence & words in English
Absolute sentence & words in English
Definition of Abscomplete or total, undispuExamples of Absolute in a senThe fact that two plus two equals four is absolute in mathematics, and cannot ever be disputed with any logical argument. The alphabet is technically not set in an absolute order, since there is no rule or reason why they must be put in the order we’re used to. If there is one absolute fact that you … [Read more...] about Absolute sentence & words in English
Absolute zero sentence & words in English
Definition of Absolutethe lowest temperature possible where nothing could be cExamples of Absolute zero in a senBecause temperature is a measure of moving energy, life would stop if temps hit the lowest degree called absolute zero. The scientist explained that although absolute zero is the lowest temperature possible, this level of cold doesn’t presently exist. … [Read more...] about Absolute zero sentence & words in English
Absenteeism sentence & words in English
Definition of Absentthe practice of missing school or work without good rExamples of Absenteeism in a senThe student’s absenteeism has caused him to miss a lot of work. Because of his absenteeism, the missing worker will be fired from his job. Laura’s recent absenteeism seemed strange since she always came to work in the past. Absenteeism is a big problem for the … [Read more...] about Absenteeism sentence & words in English
Absent sentence & words in English
Definition of Anot present; not in a place one is expected Examples of Absent in a senThe absent father never came to his kids’ school events or picked them up for a weekend visit. Because she was sick with the flu, Kara was absent from school all week long. One of the members was absent from the meeting, so the board couldn’t vote today. Isabella is often absent … [Read more...] about Absent sentence & words in English
Absent-minded sentence & words in English
Definition of Absent-mdescribes a person who is forgetful or constantly distrExamples of Absent-minded in a senThe absent-minded professor was always forgetting an ingredient or two in his experiments. When she goes to work tired, Hannah is both absent-minded and easily distracted. As absent-minded as she was, the forgetful girl had never forgotten her cellphone … [Read more...] about Absent-minded sentence & words in English
Absence sentence & words in English
Definition of Abbeing gone from a place or pExamples of Absence in a senShe felt his absence like a gaping hole in her chest that was too painful to ignore. After Chance’s third unexcused absence, the teacher phoned home to make sure everything was okay. She stared in horror at the absence of her engagement ring on her left hand and tore all the blankets off her bed … [Read more...] about Absence sentence & words in English