adj
Uncommon
absorbing
uhb-ZAW-bihng
Absorbing (adj) means Extremely interesting; holding someone's full attention. Example: “It was an absorbing documentary about deep-space exploration.”
adj
1
Extremely interesting; holding someone's full attention.
"It was an absorbing documentary about deep-space exploration."
How to use absorbing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSo interesting that it completely captures your attention.
Common pairings
absorbing read
absorbing story
find something absorbing
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Word forms
- Plural
- absorbings
- Comparative
- more absorbing
- Superlative
- most absorbing
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Etymology
Formed from absorb plus the -ing suffix.
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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.
