Pronunciation

/ˈæbsənt/

Definitions

• Adjective: Not present; missing. For example: “The teacher noticed an absent student.”
• Adjective: Lacking; not existing in a particular place or thing. For example: “There was an absent look on her face.”
• Noun: The condition of being away from a place or event. For example: “Her long-term absence from work raised concerns.”

Phrases

• “Absent without leave” (AWOL) refers to someone who is away from their duty or post without permission.
• “In absentia” describes a situation where a trial or other legal proceeding takes place without the defendant being present.
• “Absent-minded” refers to someone who is forgetful or easily distracted.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “John was marked as absent when he failed to show up for the morning roll call.”
• Adjective: “The report had an absent section on financial projections, which was crucial for the investors.”
• Noun: “Due to her illness, her prolonged absence affected her academic performance.”

Synonyms

• Missing
• Absentee
• Away
• Gone
• Lacking
• Wanting
• Omitted
• Forgetful (for ‘absent-minded’)