Definitions and Examples of absorb, attract
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To take in or soak up energy, liquid, or other substance.
Example
The sponge can absorb a lot of water.
To draw something towards oneself.
Example
The bright colors of the flowers attract bees.
Key Differences: absorb vs attract
- 1Absorb is a complementary antonym that describes the process of taking in or soaking up energy, liquid, or other substance.
- 2Attract is a relational antonym that describes the process of drawing something towards oneself.
Effective Usage of absorb, attract
- 1Science: Use absorb and radiate when discussing energy transfer.
- 2Magnetism: Use attract and repel when discussing magnetic forces.
- 3Daily Life: Use these antonyms to describe how different materials interact with each other.
Remember this!
The antonyms of radiated are absorb and attract. Use absorb when describing the process of taking in or soaking up energy, liquid, or other substance. Use attract when describing the process of drawing something towards oneself.