absorbing
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for absorbing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely interesting; holding someone's full attention.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use absorbing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
absorbing read
absorbing story
find something absorbing
Etymology
Formed from absorb plus the -ing suffix.
Full origin of absorbing →Frequently asked questions
What does “absorbing” mean?
The word “absorbing” means extremely interesting; holding someone's full attention. In plain terms, so interesting that it completely captures your attention.
How do you pronounce “absorbing”?
“Absorbing” is pronounced uhb-ZAW-bihng (/æbˈzɔɹ.bɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “absorbing” in a sentence?
Here is “absorbing” used in a sentence: “It was an absorbing documentary about deep-space exploration.”
What is another word for “absorbing”?
Words with a similar meaning to “absorbing” include engrossing and fascinating.
What part of speech is “absorbing”?
“Absorbing” is an adjective.
Is “absorbing” a common word?
“Absorbing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
