The Opposite(Antonym) of “nonabsorbent”
The antonyms of nonabsorbent are absorbent and porous. The antonym absorbent refers to materials that can soak up liquids, while porous describes materials that have small holes or spaces that allow liquids or gases to pass through.
Definitions and Examples of absorbent, porous
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Capable of soaking up or absorbing liquid.
Example
The paper towels were very absorbent and quickly soaked up the spilled water.
Having small holes or spaces that allow liquids or gases to pass through.
Example
The sponge was very porous and absorbed a lot of water.
Key Differences: absorbent vs porous
- 1Absorbent refers to materials that can soak up liquids, while nonabsorbent means that liquids cannot be absorbed.
- 2Porous describes materials that have small holes or spaces that allow liquids or gases to pass through, while nonabsorbent means that liquids cannot be absorbed at all.
Effective Usage of absorbent, porous
- 1Science Experiments: Use absorbent and nonabsorbent to describe materials used in experiments.
- 2Cooking: Use absorbent to describe ingredients that soak up liquids, such as bread or rice.
- 3Home Improvement: Use porous to describe materials that allow air or moisture to pass through, such as bricks or concrete.
Remember this!
The antonyms absorbent and porous have distinct meanings. Absorbent refers to materials that can soak up liquids, while porous describes materials that have small holes or spaces that allow liquids or gases to pass through. Use these words in science experiments, cooking, and home improvement projects to describe materials effectively.
