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absent

The word “absent” has 2 syllables: ab-sent.

It's pronounced as /ˈæbsənt/.

What is synonym and antonym for absent?

In the thesaurus, “absent” has 14 synonyms and 21 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for absent along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for absent

Antonyms for absent

  • abundant
  • active
  • alert
  • alive
  • attentive
  • aware
  • complete
  • conscious
  • engaged
  • existent
  • filled
  • full
  • here
  • mindful
  • observing
  • present
  • sharp
  • sufficient
  • vigilant
  • wary
  • watchful

Meanings of absent

  • noun
    1. (with definite article) Something absent, especially absent people collectively; those who were or are not there.
    2. An absentee; a person who is not there.
  • adjective
    1. Being away from a place; withdrawn from a place; not present; missing.
    2. Not existing; lacking.
    3. (sometimes comparable) Inattentive to what is passing; absent-minded; preoccupied.
  • preposition
    1. In the absence of; without; except.
  • verb
    1. To keep (oneself) away.
    2. To keep (someone) away.
    3. Stay away; withdraw.
    4. Leave.

Example Sentences

  • Absent from the meeting, she missed out on important updates.
  • His sudden departure left a noticeable absent space at the dinner table.
  • Absent any evidence, the case couldn't proceed to trial.
  • The teacher marked him absent when he failed to show up for class.
  • His mind seemed absent during the lecture, lost in deep thought.

On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to absent, such as: abundant, active, alert, alive, attentive, aware, away.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

lacking

  • absent
  • asking
  • begging
  • deficient
  • flawed
  • inadequate
  • incomplete
  • insisting
  • insufficient
  • involving
  • low
  • missing
  • needing
  • requiring
  • scarce

unabsorbed

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