Definition

Describing a substance that has been taken in and held within another substance.

Example

The sorbed chemicals can affect the quality of the water.

Conversation

Have you noticed how the sponge has sorbed so much water?

Yeah, it’s crazy how much it can hold!

I didn’t expect it to be that effective at getting sorbed liquids.

Right? It’s really handy for cleaning up spills.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sorbed** → It is derived from the verb 'sorb' (from Latin *sorbere*, meaning to suck in or absorb). The suffix '-ed' indicates the past tense or completed action. Thus, 'sorbed' means to have been absorbed or taken in.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sorb' as meaning to 'suck in' — so when something is 'sorbed', it has been sucked in or absorbed.

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