absorbent
adjective
ab·sor·bent
əb-ˈsȯr-bənt 
-ˈzȯr-
variants
or less commonly absorbant
: able to absorb
as absorbent as a sponge
absorbent
noun
or less commonly absorbant
Examples of absorbent in a Sentence
highly absorbent material that is really good for wiping off automobiles
Recent Examples on the Web
Polyester is a synthetic material that’s much less absorbent and may leave your little one sweaty and clammy.
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Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
The absorbent polymer beads are often marketed as colorful, slimy, sensory items for kids to play with.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2024
Stick to styles that are not only breathable but also absorbent, especially during your postpartum period.
—Nikita Charuza, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
These Turkish cotton towels are safe from harmful substances, gentle on the skin, and highly absorbent.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2024
Apply the bandage loosely so the absorbent pad is slightly raised above the injured area.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 1 Feb. 2024
According to users, the towels are incredibly absorbent and durable and will leave completely dry after every use.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 21 Mar. 2024
Experts recommend transporting blood samples in two containers or bags with absorbent materials.
—Jody Serrano / Gizmodo, Quartz, 18 Mar. 2024
Though most of these picks are made from cotton, Brooklinen's Tufted Bath Rug earns bonus points for being extra absorbent and dense for arch support.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Mar. 2024
Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
The absorbent polymer beads are often marketed as colorful, slimy, sensory items for kids to play with.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2024
Stick to styles that are not only breathable but also absorbent, especially during your postpartum period.
—Nikita Charuza, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
These Turkish cotton towels are safe from harmful substances, gentle on the skin, and highly absorbent.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2024
Apply the bandage loosely so the absorbent pad is slightly raised above the injured area.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 1 Feb. 2024
According to users, the towels are incredibly absorbent and durable and will leave completely dry after every use.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 21 Mar. 2024
Experts recommend transporting blood samples in two containers or bags with absorbent materials.
—Jody Serrano / Gizmodo, Quartz, 18 Mar. 2024
Though most of these picks are made from cotton, Brooklinen's Tufted Bath Rug earns bonus points for being extra absorbent and dense for arch support.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Mar. 2024
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“Absorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbent. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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absorbent
adjective
ab·sor·bent
əb-ˈsȯr-bənt
-ˈzȯr-
: able to absorb
as absorbent as a sponge
absorbency
noun
əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē
-ˈzȯr-
absorbent
noun
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