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Meaning of the word absent in English

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absent

US /ˈæb.sənt/
UK /ˈæb.sənt/
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Adjective

1.

not present in a place, at an occasion, or in a thing

Example:
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She was absent from work for a week.
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The ingredient was absent from the recipe.
Synonym:
missingawaygonenon-existent
Synonym:
presentattendingexisting
2.

lacking or not showing something

Example:
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His usual enthusiasm was absent.
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The report was absent of any critical analysis.
Synonym:
devoid oflackingwanting
Synonym:
full ofrich incontaining
3.

having one's mind on other things; distracted

Example:
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He gave an absent nod, clearly not listening.
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She had an absent look in her eyes.
Synonym:
distractedpreoccupieddreamyvacant
Synonym:
attentivefocusedpresent-minded

Verb

1.

stay away from a place or occasion

Example:
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He decided to absent himself from the meeting.
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She absented herself from school without permission.
Synonym:
stay awaybe awayplay truant
Synonym:
attendbe presentshow up
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absent-minded