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- Dictionaryabsorbing/əbˈzɔːbɪŋ/
adjective
- 1. intensely interesting; engrossing: "an absorbing account of their marriage"
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The meaning of ABSORBING is fully taking one's attention : engrossing. How to use absorbing in a sentence.
ABSORBING definition: 1. Something that is absorbing is very interesting and keeps your attention: 2. Something that is…. Learn more.
Absorbing definition: extremely interesting; deeply engrossing. See examples of ABSORBING used in a sentence.
ABSORB definition: 1. to take something in, especially gradually: 2. to reduce the effect of a physical force, shock…. Learn more.
Absorb definition: to suck up or drink in (a liquid); soak up. See examples of ABSORB used in a sentence.
1. To take (something) in through or as through pores or interstices. 2. a. To occupy the attention, interest, or time of; engross: The problem completely absorbed her. See Synonyms at engross. b. To take up or occupy (one's time or interest, for example). 3. To retain (radiation or sound, for example) wholly, without reflection or transmission. 4.
adjective. An absorbing task or activity interests you a great deal and takes up all your attention and energy. 'Two Sisters' is an absorbing read. Children will find other exhibits equally absorbing.
adjective. /əbˈzɔːbɪŋ/ /əbˈzɔːrbɪŋ/ interesting and fun and holding your attention completely. an absorbing book/game. Fishing can be a totally absorbing hobby. Chess can be an extremely absorbing game. Synonyms interesting. Definitions on the go.
absorb something to use up a large supply of something, especially money or time. The new proposals would absorb $80 billion of the federal budget. My work absorbs a great deal of my time.
Definition of absorbing adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
