absorptiveness
|ab-sorp-tive-ness|
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/əbˈsɔrptɪvnəs/
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/əbˈzɔːptɪvnəs/
(absorb)
take in or soak up
Etymology
Etymology Information
'absorptiveness' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'absorbere,' where 'ab-' meant 'from' and 'sorbere' meant 'to suck in.'
Historical Evolution
'absorbere' transformed into the French word 'absorber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'absorb' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suck in or swallow,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to take in or soak up.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being able to absorb.
The absorptiveness of the sponge made it ideal for cleaning spills.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 07:06