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absorbed

[əbˈsɔːbd]

absorbed Definition

  • 1completely engrossed or engaged in something
  • 2taken in by a substance or material through pores or interstices

Using absorbed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "absorbed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She was so absorbed in her book that she didn't hear me come in.

  • Example

    The sponge absorbed all the water from the spill.

  • Example

    The fabric absorbs sweat quickly, making it ideal for sports clothing.

absorbed Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with absorbed

  • deeply lost in thought or contemplation

    Example

    He sat there, absorbed in thought, for hours.

  • completely focused on work, to the exclusion of everything else

    Example

    She was so absorbed in her work that she forgot to eat lunch.

  • completely engrossed in a conversation, to the exclusion of everything else

    Example

    They were so absorbed in their conversation that they didn't notice the time passing.

Origins of absorbed

from Latin 'absorbere', meaning 'to swallow up'

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Summary: absorbed in Brief

'Absorbed' [əbˈsɔːbd] means completely engrossed or engaged in something, or taken in by a substance or material through pores or interstices. Examples include being absorbed in a book, or a sponge absorbing water. Phrases like 'absorbed in thought' and 'absorbed in work' describe complete focus on a particular activity or task.