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What is another word for Absorbing? – 151 Absorbing Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    engaging captivating interesting enthralling fascinating gripping riveting compelling attractive charming delightful enjoyable pleasing entertaining diverting amusing beguiling enchanting mesmerizing spellbinding hypnotic intriguing thought-provoking stimulating immersive involving interactive dynamic lively vivid striking impressive attention-grabbing arresting thrilling exciting invigorating refreshing rejuvenating

    Meaning of Absorbing

    The primary meaning of "absorbing" is highly engaging or interesting, holding one's attention completely.

    Definitions

    • Highly engaging or interesting, holding one's attention completely
    • Able to absorb or soak up something, such as a liquid or energy
    • Completely occupying one's mind or attention

    Etymology of Absorbing

    The word "absorbing" originates from the Latin "absorbere," meaning "to swallow up," which is a combination of "ab-" (meaning "from" or "away") and "sorbere" (meaning "to swallow")
    Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of absorbing or soaking up something, and its meaning has expanded to include the concept of being engaging or interesting

    Example Uses

    • The absorbing novel kept me up all night, turning pages until the very end
    • The absorbing documentary series explored the depths of space and the universe
    • The new museum exhibit is absorbing, with interactive displays and immersive experiences

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    boring dull uninteresting tedious monotonous uninspiring unengaging unfascinating unrewarding unfulfilling disappointing lackluster mundane ordinary routine repetitive monotonous stale vapid flat lifeless spiritless listless apathetic indifferent