B1nounworkeducation
US/ˈæb.səns/
UK/ˈæb.səns/
being away from a place, or not having something
In context
She managed the shop during her mother's absence.
Too many absences from class can stop you from taking the exam.
In the absence of clear rules, everyone did things their own way.
Words that go with absence
noun + preposition
- in the absence ofIn the absence of the manager, ask Linh.
- during his absenceThings changed a lot during his absence.
- leave of absenceHe took a leave of absence to care for his father.
- absence fromHer absence from the meeting was noticed.
adjective + noun
- long absenceShe returned to work after a long absence.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
His absence at the meeting made everyone worried.Correct: His absence from the meeting made everyone worried.