absorbent
0 antonyms and opposites of absorbent, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Able to soak up liquid easily.
How to use absorbent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin absorbens, the present participle of absorbeo, "to absorb."
Full origin of absorbent →Frequently asked questions
What does “absorbent” mean?
The word “absorbent” means able to soak up liquid easily. In plain terms, describes something that soaks up liquid effectively, like a sponge or paper towel.
How do you pronounce “absorbent”?
“Absorbent” is pronounced uhb-SAW-bnt (/æbˈsɔɹ.bn̩t/ in IPA).
How do you use “absorbent” in a sentence?
Here is “absorbent” used in a sentence: “Choose an absorbent material for the baby's changing mat.”
What part of speech is “absorbent”?
Depending on how it is used, “absorbent” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “absorbent” come from?
The word “absorbent” comes from Latin. From Latin absorbens, the present participle of absorbeo, "to absorb.".
How many meanings does “absorbent” have?
“Absorbent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: able to soak up liquid easily.