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Meaning of absorbent
The primary meaning of the word "absorbent" is having the ability to absorb fluids, such as water or other liquids.
Etymology of absorbent
The word "absorbent" comes from the Latin words "absorbere" meaning to swallow up, and the suffix "-ent" which forms an adjective indicating a person or thing that performs the action of the verb
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe materials or substances that can absorb or soak up liquids
Synonyms
spongy
porous
permeable
absorbent
soaking
sponge-like
penetrable
pervious
absorptive
sopping
impregnable
retentive
receptive
susceptible
open
absorptive
sponge
permeable
spongelike
retentive
absorbency
absorptivity
absorbability
permeability
porosity
soaking
impervious
nonporous
impenetrable
impassable
impervious
Definitions
- Having the ability to absorb fluids, such as water or other liquids
- * Capable of soaking up or taking in liquid, heat, or energy
Usage Examples
- The absorbent material in the diaper helped to keep the baby's skin dry
- * The company developed a new absorbent product that can soak up oil spills in the ocean
- * The absorbent properties of the sponge made it ideal for cleaning up spills in the kitchen
Antonyms
repellent
impermeable
nonabsorbent
impervious
waterproof
resistant
impenetrable
impassable
nonporous
unreceptive
unabsorptive
water-repellent
oil-repellent
stain-resistant
leak-proof
airtight
watertight
hermetic
tight
solid
compact
dense