Absence and Absolute Terms Quiz

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What does it mean to be absent-minded?

  • To be overly cautious and hesitant
  • To be excited and easily distracted
  • To forget things frequently and not concentrate (correct)
  • To be focused and attentive

Which statement best defines absenteeism?

  • Frequent absence without good reason (correct)
  • A type of leadership style
  • Regular attendance at work or school
  • An initiative for employee engagement

What characterizes an absolute majority in an election?

  • A majority that is more than half of the total votes (correct)
  • Less than half of the total votes
  • No challengers for the position
  • All votes cast in favor of a single candidate

What is the meaning of absolute authority?

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What does the term 'absolute truth' imply?

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Which phrase indicates that something is completely clear?

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What is characterized by 'absolute zero'?

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How would you use the word 'absolutely' in a casual conversation?

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What does the term 'absolution' specifically refer to?

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What is 'absolutism' most closely associated with?

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In what context is 'absorption' commonly used?

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What does it mean to 'abstain' from something?

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Which of the following best describes an 'abstemious' lifestyle?

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What is the meaning of 'abstract' when referring to ideas?

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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?

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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?

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Flashcards

Absent-mindedly

In a way that shows a lack of concentration or focus.

Absentee

A person who is not present at a place or event where they are expected to be.

Absenteeism

Frequent absence from work or school without a good reason.

Absolute (adjective)

Complete, total, certain, or without limit or restriction.

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Absolute (noun)

An idea or principle that is true in all circumstances.

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Absolute majority

More than half of the total votes or shares.

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Absolute zero

The lowest possible temperature theoretically achievable.

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Absolutely

Completely, totally, or very much.

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Absolution (in Christianity)

A formal declaration by a priest that a person's sins have been forgiven.

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Absolve

To declare someone free from guilt or blame.

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Absorb (physical)

To take in, draw in, or suck something.

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Absorb (figurative)

To include or incorporate something as part of something else.

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Abstract (adjective)

Existing only in thought, not physically.

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Abstract (noun)

A short summary of a book, etc.

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Abstain (from sth)

To choose not to do something or vote.

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Abstemious

Not taking much food or drink; avoiding excess.

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Abstraction (as a state)

The state of being absent-minded; not paying attention.

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Study Notes

  • 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 (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 (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 (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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