ABSORBED Synonyms: 228 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

əb-ˈsȯrbd

Definition of absorbed

as in immersed

having the mind fixed on something Lori was so absorbed in her book that she didn't hear the bell ring

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absorbed

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verb

past tense of absorb

as in drank

to take in (something liquid) through small openings most of the spilled water was absorbed by the tablecloth

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as in interested

to hold the attention of chatting on the phone doesn't absorb me so much that I can't do something else at the same time

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as in integrated

to make a part of a body or system local schools will seek to absorb the new immigrants into the regular curriculum as quickly as possible

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as in consumed

to make complete use of cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy

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as in tolerated

to put up with (something painful or difficult) somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered

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Recent Examples of absorbed

Adjective

Unabsorbed calcium leaves the body through stool, and absorbed calcium that isn't needed may be filtered by the kidneys and leave in urine—often within about a day. — Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026 Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears. — Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024 The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind. — Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023

Verb

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nicotine pouches contain nicotine, flavorings and other ingredients, with nicotine absorbed through the gums and lining of the mouth. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026 The fields and forests are green because green is the slice of visible light not absorbed for photosynthesis. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026 But flying less can raise operating costs per seat, while pushing prices higher risks discouraging travelers who have already absorbed steep increases. — Reuters, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026 Analysts at research and advisory firm Gartner predict that 80% of neocloud companies will either cease operations or be absorbed by 2030. — Isabel O'Brien, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026 This concentrated dose of sugar is absorbed quickly, making regular soda one of the most reliable ways to raise blood sugar, especially when consumed on an empty stomach or alongside a carb-heavy meal. — Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 23 Oct. 2026 According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, caffeine from the pouches is absorbed into the bloodstream and the effects are felt in minutes. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026 The hub also arrives as the entry-level jobs that once absorbed new tech workers are shrinking. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026 Ninety percent of those particles were small enough to qualify as nanoplastics, which are small enough to cross the blood-brain barrier and be absorbed into human cells. — Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbed

Adjective

Especially now, younger kids are so immersed in social media and people are trying to fabricate themselves or polish and airbrush their lives and appearances.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
Because every moment is narrated in Ugandan Sign Language and International Sign, Deaf travelers are more deeply immersed in the experience, and a welcome hush falls over the environment—which is, surprise, appreciated by the wildlife too.

— CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of immersed

Verb

The group drank alcohol and used a series of drugs — including cocaine and Xanax from the dark web, prosecutors say.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2026
Her mother drank from the water bottle and realized there was a sour taste, sparking suspicions her water was being tampered with.

— Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of drank

Verb

Still, around 42% of marketers (linked in the Mediaocean research above) say that getting good quality data (or being able to access it) is a major obstacle, and only 10% have all their ad technology systems fully integrated.

— Ivan Guzenko, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Beyond that, there are software giants like Adobe and Salesforce that have integrated with Anthropic's Claude assistant.

— Jordan Novet, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of integrated

Verb

Modern facilities can use closed-loop cooling, where water circulates through the system rather than being continually consumed and discharged.

— Zev Laine, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Auto energy efficiency was determined by looking at the annual miles driven per capita, and creating a ratio of annual miles driven to gallons of gas consumed.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of consumed

Verb

All the while, another machine consisting of a motor, a cylindrical blade assembly and a conveyor belt swallowed logs into one end and delivered a stream of wood chips out the other.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
Before he was swallowed by one in Whalefall, Austin Abrams flew to Dominica to see a sperm whale up close.

— Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2026

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