Definition

Able to take in and hold liquid or other substances.

Example

The absorbant material quickly soaked up the spilled water.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just bought a new towel that is really absorbant.

Oh nice! I hate when towels take forever to dry off after a shower.

Exactly! This one dries me off in no time.

That's awesome! I need to get one like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Absorbant → It is formed from "ab-" (meaning away) and "sorbēre" (meaning to suck or swallow). The word describes something that sucks or takes in moisture or other substances away from its surroundings.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'sucks away' ('ab-') moisture or substances — that's what absorbant means.

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