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What does it mean to be absent-minded?
What does it mean to be absent-minded?
Which statement best defines absenteeism?
Which statement best defines absenteeism?
What characterizes an absolute majority in an election?
What characterizes an absolute majority in an election?
What is the meaning of absolute authority?
What is the meaning of absolute authority?
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What does the term 'absolute truth' imply?
What does the term 'absolute truth' imply?
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Which phrase indicates that something is completely clear?
Which phrase indicates that something is completely clear?
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What is characterized by 'absolute zero'?
What is characterized by 'absolute zero'?
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How would you use the word 'absolutely' in a casual conversation?
How would you use the word 'absolutely' in a casual conversation?
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What does the term 'absolution' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'absolution' specifically refer to?
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What is 'absolutism' most closely associated with?
What is 'absolutism' most closely associated with?
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In what context is 'absorption' commonly used?
In what context is 'absorption' commonly used?
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What does it mean to 'abstain' from something?
What does it mean to 'abstain' from something?
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Which of the following best describes an 'abstemious' lifestyle?
Which of the following best describes an 'abstemious' lifestyle?
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What is the meaning of 'abstract' when referring to ideas?
What is the meaning of 'abstract' when referring to ideas?
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What does 'abstention' commonly refer to?
What does 'abstention' commonly refer to?
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Which of these terms is related to the practice of refraining from indulgences or excess?
Which of these terms is related to the practice of refraining from indulgences or excess?
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What does 'abstract' also refer to in the context of art?
What does 'abstract' also refer to in the context of art?
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Which term describes the quality of being not physically present or engaged?
Which term describes the quality of being not physically present or engaged?
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Study Notes
Absence and Related Terms
- Absent: Not present; not concentrating. Absent-mindedness: tendency to forget things.
- Absent oneself (from sth): To choose not to be present.
- Absentee: A person who is not present at a place or event where expected.
- Absenteeism: Frequent absence from school or work, often without good reason.
- Absentee landlord: A person who rarely visits or lives at their property.
Absolute and Related Terms
- Absolute (adj): Complete, total; certain; without limit; having power without restriction; existing independently.
- Absolute majority: More than half of the total votes or combined votes of rivals.
- Absolute zero: The lowest possible temperature in theory.
- Absolutely (adv): Completely and totally; extremely; very much; positively.
- Absolution: A formal declaration that sins have been forgiven.
- Absolutism: The principle that those in power should have no limits.
- Absolutist (n, adj): Relating to absolutism.
Absolve and Absorb
- Absolve (v, vpr): To declare someone free of blame or guilt; to give absolution.
- Absorb (v): To take in, draw in, or suck in; to include as part of something; to hold attention.
- Absorbent (adj): Capable of absorbing something, especially water.
- Absorbency (n): The quality of absorbing something.
- Absorption (n): The process of absorbing; the act of holding someone's attention.
Abstain and Related Terms
- Abstain (v, vpr): To choose not to do or participate; to keep oneself from something.
- Abstainer (n): A person who abstains.
- Abstemious (adj): Not having much food or drink; not excessive.
- Abstention (n): The act of abstaining, especially not voting.
- Abstinence (n): The practice of abstaining, especially from food, drink or sex.
Abstract and Related Terms
- Abstract (adj): Existing in thought but not physically; general; not representing people/objects realistically.
- Abstract noun: A noun referring to an abstract quality or state
- Abstract (n): An abstract idea or quality; an example of abstract art; a short summary.
- Abstractly (adv): In a general way, without reference to a specific example
- Abstracted (adj): Thinking of other things; not paying attention.
- Abstraction (n): An abstract idea; quality of being abstract; the state of absent-mindedness; act of removing from context.
- Abstract (v, vpr): Removing something; making a summary.
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Test your knowledge on terms related to absence and absolutes with this quiz. Explore definitions and concepts, including absenteeism, absolute majority, and more. Perfect for students looking to enhance their vocabulary and understanding of these important concepts.
