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absorptive

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Absorptive (adj) means Able to soak up or take in liquid or other substances easily.

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Able to soak up or take in liquid or other substances easily.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

absorbent

Related words

absorbent repellent

Rhymes for absorptive

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What is the meaning of absorptive?

"absorptive" (adj) means able to soak up or take in liquid or other substances easily.

What is another word for absorptive?

Other words for "absorptive" include absorbent.

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