Synonyms of absorption

absorption

noun

əb-ˈsȯrp-shən 

as in immersion

a focusing of the mind on something

forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system

Synonyms & Similar Words

• immersion
• attention
• concentration
• engrossment
• application
• fixation
• enthrallment
• obsession
• awareness
• consciousness
• consideration
• preoccupation
• alertness
• meditation
• intentness
• contemplation
• rumination
• raptness
• regard
• heedfulness
• musing
• pondering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• absence
• withdrawal
• inattention
• abstraction
• detachment
• unconsciousness
• unawareness
• indifference
• remoteness
• distraction
• obliviousness
• disinterest
• confusion
• absentmindedness
• unconcern
• abstractedness
• mindlessness
• bewilderment
• bemusement
• befuddlement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of absorption

Quarterback Brock Purdy has been impressed with Stribling’s absorption of the playbook and the depth of his routes, as well as his first step. — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Kat Burki’s Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream also contains 15 percent vitamin C, mixed with MSM, colloidal silver, and an ocean mineral complex to support absorption. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 July 2026

During the first half of 2026, Atlanta's industrial market posted more positive absorption than all of 2025, according to JLL data. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 31 July 2026

Net absorption is also improving and is on pace for its strongest year since the pandemic. — Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 31 July 2026