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absence

[ˈæbsəns]

absence Definition

  • 1the state of being away or not present
  • 2a lack or deficiency of something

Using absence: Examples

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

  • Example

    Her absence from the meeting was noted by everyone.

  • Example

    The absence of evidence does not prove anything.

  • Example

    There is an absence of leadership in this company.

absence Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with absence

  • when something or someone is not present or available

    Example

    In the absence of a better solution, we will have to make do with what we have.

  • people tend to miss and appreciate someone or something more when they are not around

    Example

    I used to take my family for granted, but now that I'm living abroad, I realize that absence makes the heart grow fonder.

  • permission to be absent from work or duty for a certain period of time

    Example

    She requested a leave of absence to take care of her sick mother.

Origins of absence

from Latin 'absentia', meaning 'being away'

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Summary: absence in Brief

'Absence' [ˈæbsəns] refers to the state of being away or not present, or a lack or deficiency of something. It can be used in phrases like 'in the absence of,' which means when something or someone is not present or available, and 'absence makes the heart grow fonder,' which suggests that people tend to miss and appreciate someone or something more when they are not around. 'Leave of absence' denotes permission to be absent from work or duty for a certain period of time.

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