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absence Definition and Meaning in English (absence definition)

noun
Synonyms:non-attendancelackdeficiency
Quick Answer • Definition

Absence definition: The state of being away from a place or person.

Definitions of Absence

  1. 1noun

    The state of being away from a place or person.

  2. 2noun

    A lack or non-existence of something.

Example Sentences

formal

“Her absence from the meeting was noted by everyone.”

business

“The absence of evidence made it difficult to prove the case.”

Synonyms

non-attendancelackdeficiencynon-existence

Antonyms

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Inflected Word Forms

nounabsentee
adjectiveabsent
adverbabsently

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

in the absence ofexpression

without something existing or being available

absence makes the heart grow fonderidiom

being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate them more when you are reunited

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Absence definition: The state of being away from a place or person.
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'Absence' translates to 'absence' in English. Absence definition: The state of being away from a place or person.
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