Absorption

Pronunciation: /əbˈsɔrpʃən/

Definitions of absorption

noun the state or process of being engrossed in something

Example Sentences

A1 Water absorption is important for plant growth.

A2 The absorption of vitamins is essential for maintaining good health.

B1 The absorption of new information can be challenging for some students.

B2 The absorption of light by the black surface caused it to heat up quickly.

C1 The absorption of carbon dioxide by the oceans is a key factor in regulating the Earth's climate.

C2 The artist's work shows a deep absorption in the beauty of nature.

Examples of absorption in a Sentence

formal The absorption of nutrients from food takes place in the small intestine.

informal The sponge's absorption of water was impressive.

slang I can't believe the absorption rate of that new face cream!

figurative Her absorption in the book was so intense, she didn't hear her phone ringing.

Grammatical Forms of absorption

• past tense: absorbed
• plural: absorptions
• comparative: more absorbed
• superlative: most absorbed
• present tense: absorbs
• future tense: will absorb
• perfect tense: has absorbed
• continuous tense: is absorbing
• singular: absorption
• positive degree: absorptive
• infinitive: to absorb
• gerund: absorbing
• participle: absorbed

Origin and Evolution of absorption

First Known Use: 1555 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'absorption' originated from the Latin word 'absorptio', which comes from the verb 'absorbere' meaning 'to swallow up'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of liquids being soaked up or swallowed, the term 'absorption' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including the process of taking in information or ideas, as well as the retention of substances by another substance.