B1verbscienceeducation
US/əbˈzɔːrb/
UK/əbˈzɔːb/
to take in a liquid, heat or energy; also to take in and understand information
In context
Use a paper towel to absorb the extra oil from the fried spring rolls.
Children absorb new languages much faster than adults do.
Dark clothes absorb more heat, so wear white when it's 38 degrees.
Words that go with absorb
verb + noun
- absorb waterRice will absorb water as it cooks.
- absorb informationIt's hard to absorb information when you're tired.
- absorb heatConcrete roads absorb heat during the day.
adverb + verb
- easily absorbedThis vitamin is easily absorbed by the body.
adjective + preposition
- absorbed inHe was so absorbed in his game that he missed dinner.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I absorb the knowledge from the teacher.Correct: I learn a lot from the teacher.