Absorbent

/əbˈzɔːrbənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A substance or material that absorbs moisture, liquids, or other substances.

Cotton is a common absorbent used in various household products.

An item designed to absorb liquids, often used in professional or medical settings.

The hospital provides absorbents for any liquid spills to maintain a clean environment.

adjective

Having the capacity or tendency to absorb moisture, liquids, or other substances.

The absorbent material quickly soaked up the spilled water.

Capable of absorbing or retaining substances.

The absorbent sponge is perfect for cleaning up messes in the kitchen.

Derived from the Latin 'absorbentem', the present participle of 'absorbere', meaning 'to suck in'.

absorbent material:

A type of material that is capable of soaking up liquids.

absorbent qualities:

The characteristics of a substance that allow it to absorb.

highly absorbent:

A description indicating a very effective level of absorbency.

Wet

After that rainstorm, the ground is totally absorbent.

Thirsty

I need to drink something; I’m feeling pretty absorbent right now.