ABSORPTION Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

absorption

noun

əb-ˈsȯrp-shən

Definition of absorption

as in immersion

a focusing of the mind on something forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of absorption In addition, alcohol interferes with the break down and absorption of key nutrients thought to decrease cancer risk — vitamins A, C, D and E as well as folates in the vitamin B complex, according to NCI. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026 Willed seeing would be replaced by a mechanics of absorption, the artist-subject at once unguarded and self-aware. — Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 The fall fruit is high in vitamin C, which is needed for immune function, heart health, and iron absorption, according to Elick. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026 For the first time, Gallup asked about consumption of nicotine pouches, small sachets placed between the upper lip and gum that allow direct absorption of nicotine into the bloodstream. — Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for absorption

Recent Examples of Synonyms for absorption

Noun

Liquid and immersion cooling Air cooling struggles when thousands of processors are packed inside a data center.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
What is sort of funny is imagining how immersion in the city’s cultural scene fits into Vanderbilt’s broader ambitions.

— Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of immersion

Noun

The Moon enters Aries and your 10th House of Career, Reputation, and Responsibility, putting attention on your public role, work, leadership, or visible commitments.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
Finally, markets this week paid close attention to news of the passing of former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of attention

Browse Nearby Words

absorbs

absorption

abstain

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/absorption. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of absorption

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on absorption

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

apiary

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

A List of Most Commonly Confused Words

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Popular in Wordplay

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Words of the Week - Sept. 4

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Games & Quizzes