digestion

noun

Definition of digestionnext
as in absorption
the process or act of thinking over and trying to understand (something) digestion of a news report

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Recent Examples of digestion The human body alone hosts trillions of microorganisms—collectively known as the microbiome—that aid digestion, produce vitamins, help train the immune system, and prevent harmful microbes from becoming established. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Aug. 2026 German scientists identified bacteria present in cow digestion and poop that seem to help children exposed to them avoid developing asthma. — Baltimore Sun, Boston Herald, 9 Aug. 2026 My appetizer at meals is a briny mix of one part apple-cider vinegar to seven parts water, intended to aid digestion. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2026 As Soares notes, protein and healthy fats digest more slowly than carbohydrates alone, while fiber helps slow digestion and promote satiety. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for digestion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestion
  1. absorption
  2. understanding
  3. assimilation
  4. uptake
  5. appreciation
  6. comprehension
Noun
  • The paddle has special absorption technology to absorb vibrations.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Skin absorption varies, so a woman who continues experiencing hot flashes at higher patch doses may respond better to an oral form rather than adding more patches.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of absorption
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  • Through that in-person interaction, team members can gain a better understanding of priorities, expectations and how decisions are made.
    — Don Weber, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The memorandum of understanding that Washington and Tehran signed on June 17 to open Hormuz expired on Monday without a final deal.
    — Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of understanding
Noun
  • Some Tibetan activists say the new law represents more forced cultural assimilation and extended control over ethnic minorities.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • But maybe assimilation is just what happens to anyone — spaceman or otherwise — who really enters the fray of humanity.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 July 2026
Definition of assimilation
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  • Clinicians and patients who struggle through this interim process may become less inclined to advocate for its expansion, while policymakers may see lower uptake as a sign of limited demand rather than evidence of operational shortcomings.
    — Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Adding protein to a meal with blueberries increases antioxidant uptake.
    — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of uptake
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  • There does seem to have been a high and immediate sense of understanding and appreciation between the president and Collier, so such an exchange between them seems possible.
    — Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The Vanity Fair of today embodies a certain sort of lavishness—an often unironic appreciation of and yearning for rich people things.
    — Naomi Skwarna, hazlitt.net, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of appreciation
Noun
  • That is expertise far above basic comprehension, and it is not distributed equally.
    — Dana Williams, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • And this is one of those things that flags my lack of comprehension of most things happening in my midst.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of comprehension

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“Digestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestion. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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