as in immersed
having the mind fixed on something
Lori was so absorbed in her book that she didn't hear the bell ring
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as in interested
to hold the attention of
chatting on the phone doesn't absorb me so much that I can't do something else at the same time
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as in integrated
to make a part of a body or system
local schools will seek to absorb the new immigrants into the regular curriculum as quickly as possible
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as in consumed
to make complete use of
cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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as in tolerated
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
somehow she managed to absorb whatever hardships life offered
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Recent Examples of absorbed
Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 6 Mar. 2025
Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.
—Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024
March 8 7 days from peak bloom 3°F warmer
March 10
6 days from peak bloom
1°F cooler
March 11
As temperatures rose early in the year, the cells in the bud became active and absorbed water from the branches of the tree.
—Harry Stevens, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
As the refrigerant expands, a pump takes it away, and a radiator dumps its absorbed heat.
—Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2022
CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
This means that in practice, families often absorbed costs, doctors improvised, and communities carried the burden.
—Abrar Mir, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
Most people associate spinach with being high in iron; however, the iron in spinach is poorly absorbed.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Some segments have been absorbed by cities, as in the main piazza in Terracina, while other portions surface as mere fragments, or are preserved within archaeological parks.
—Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Those nutrients are not held very long in the soil profile and can be leached out before they are absorbed by plant roots.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
The vitamins incorporate methylcobalamin, a form of vitamin B12 that is absorbed more easily.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Some of the fat may survive well, while a significant portion may be absorbed.
—Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Where to find zinc Zinc is found in both animal and plant sources, though animal sources are generally absorbed more easily by the body.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.
—Ambuj Tewari, The Conversation, 6 Mar. 2025
Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.
—Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
—Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024
March 8 7 days from peak bloom 3°F warmer
March 10
6 days from peak bloom
1°F cooler
March 11
As temperatures rose early in the year, the cells in the bud became active and absorbed water from the branches of the tree.
—Harry Stevens, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2024
The blanket repels dirt and pet hair, shakes sand off easily, and amazed us during the spill test when liquid pooled instead of absorbed and was easily blotted, leaving no stain behind.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2023
As the refrigerant expands, a pump takes it away, and a radiator dumps its absorbed heat.
—Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2022
Verb
Instead, the sun's heat is absorbed, helping to make the Arctic the fastest warming place on Earth.
—CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
This means that in practice, families often absorbed costs, doctors improvised, and communities carried the burden.
—Abrar Mir, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
Most people associate spinach with being high in iron; however, the iron in spinach is poorly absorbed.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 9 Feb. 2026
Some segments have been absorbed by cities, as in the main piazza in Terracina, while other portions surface as mere fragments, or are preserved within archaeological parks.
—Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Those nutrients are not held very long in the soil profile and can be leached out before they are absorbed by plant roots.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
The vitamins incorporate methylcobalamin, a form of vitamin B12 that is absorbed more easily.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Some of the fat may survive well, while a significant portion may be absorbed.
—Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Where to find zinc Zinc is found in both animal and plant sources, though animal sources are generally absorbed more easily by the body.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorbed
Adjective
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The immersed detector will then start collecting data.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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Lovers of the natural world will find ample opportunities to become immersed in the landscape.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Thompson grew up in Telluride, so he’s seen – and drank – his fair share of Flatliners.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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One study found that participants who drank tea heated to 149 degrees Fahrenheit(65 degrees Celsius) experienced more positive emotional responses, including happiness and satisfaction.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Things that interested me as a child, as a teenager and as a young adult still interest me.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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What interested me from the very start was a certain fundamental clash of cultures that the crime seemed to have exposed.—
Scott Eden,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As part of the acquisition, Achillo Pinto’s chief financial officer Andrea Rossi has been named chief executive officer of Canepa 1966, which will continue to operate as a fully independent business entity, albeit integrated into the Achillo Pinto manufacturing ecosystem.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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It is also integrated into the national 15th Five-Year Plan to accelerate technology development.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The cognitive benefits were most pronounced in those who consumed two to three cups of caffeinated coffee or one to two cups of tea daily.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The fallout from the files has consumed much of the news media in recent weeks, dominating headlines and coverage at major news institutions as journalists and independent creators dig through the files for embarrassing nuggets of association about high-profile individuals.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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County Supervisor Janet Nguyen said Do’s disbarment serves to show the public that government corruption will not be tolerated.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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Its approval came after a 12-month safety study that found the drug had no serious side effects and was both safe and well tolerated.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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People are increasingly focused on how to live well—not just longer.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
9 Feb. 2026
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What could have been chaotic became incredibly focused.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Everywhere the Patriots went, the Seahawks swallowed them.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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With the longer-term future of HBO Max somewhat uncertain given what could happen if it gets swallowed up by one of the world’s biggest streamers, Perrette pushed back on the idea that Netflix top brass would be unhappy with HBO Max rolling out across the world.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Absorbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorbed. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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