absorptive

Word parts

absorption + -ive

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /æbˈsɔrp.tɪv/ or /əbˈsɔrp.tɪv/ or /əbˈzɔrp.tɪv/ or /æbˈzɔrp.tɪv/

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Adjective

Positive absorptive

Comparative more absorptive

Superlative most absorptive

1. If something is absorptive, it can soak up liquid.
   • Synonym: absorbent

   Sponges are absorptive.

Related words

• absorb
• absorbing
• absorption
• absorbency
• absorbent
• absorptivity