absent

US /ˈæb.sənt/
UK /ˈæb.sənt/
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1.

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

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

lacking or not showing something

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

having one's mind on other things; distracted

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He gave an absent nod, clearly not listening.
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She had an absent look in her eyes.
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distractedpreoccupieddreamyvacant
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attentivefocusedpresent-minded
1.

stay away from a place or occasion

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