Definitions and Examples of absorb, emit
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To take in or soak up something, such as a liquid or information.
Example
The sponge can absorb a lot of water before it needs to be wrung out.
To give off or release something, such as light, heat, or sound.
Example
The sun emits light and heat that sustain life on Earth.
Key Differences: absorb vs emit
- 1Absorb refers to taking in or soaking up something, while reflect refers to bouncing back light or sound waves.
- 2Emit refers to giving off or releasing something, while reflect refers to bouncing back light or sound waves.
Effective Usage of absorb, emit
- 1Science: Use absorb and emit when discussing the properties of materials and energy.
- 2Environment: Use absorb and emit when talking about the impact of greenhouse gases on the atmosphere.
- 3Photography: Use reflect when discussing how light interacts with surfaces to create images.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of reflect are absorb and emit. Use absorb to describe taking in or soaking up something, and emit to describe giving off or releasing something. These words are useful in scientific discussions, environmental conversations, and photography contexts.
