Synonyms for

Absent

Verb / ˈæbsʌnt / Another word for absent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not present or available when supposed to be

Synonyms & similar words

present absentminded scatty abstracted missing wanting remove lacking missing away gone unavailable off out absentee

Synonyms by register

Formal

lacking missing nonexistent

Informal

out away not around

Literary

estranged unseen

Antonyms

present attending here available on duty in attendance

Common collocations

  • absent from work
  • absent without leave
  • absentee ballot
  • absent mindedly
  • absentee owner
  • absentee landlord

Word family

noun absence
adjective absent
adverb absentmindedly

Usage note

When used as an adjective, 'absent' typically means not present. As a noun, 'absence' refers to the state of being away.

Example sentences

  1. I was absent from work yesterday.
  2. The teacher marked him absent for being late.
  3. She felt absent from herself after the accident.
  4. He was absent-minded and forgot his keys.
  5. The book was absent from the library shelf.

Quotes

  • Success is often the result of taking a misstep in the right direction. - Al Bernstein
  • I am absentminded, but it's part of the charm. - Harrison Ford
  • Being absent sometimes may be the most present thing you can do. - Nikki Schiefelbein

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