absorbing
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.ab·sorb·ing
adjectiveDefinition of ABSORBING
: fully taking one's attention : engrossing <an absorbing novel>
— ab·sorb·ing·ly \-biŋ-lē\ adverb
Examples of ABSORBING
- <shell collecting can be so absorbing that you don't notice the tide coming in>
First Known Use of ABSORBING
1876
Related to ABSORBING
- Synonyms
- interesting, arresting, consuming, engaging, engrossing, enthralling, fascinating, gripping, immersing, intriguing, involving, riveting
- Antonyms
- boring, drab, dry, dull, heavy, monotonous, tedious, uninteresting
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