absorption | Definition of absorption

Synonyms and Antonyms of absorption

a focusing of the mind on something

forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system

Synonyms of absorption

attention, concentration, engrossment, enthrallment, immersion

Words Related to absorption

fixation, obsession, preoccupation

alertness, application, awareness, consciousness, consideration, heedfulness, intentness, raptness, regard

contemplation, meditation, musing, pondering, rumination

Near Antonyms of absorption

absence, absentmindedness, abstractedness, abstraction, detachment, distraction, obliviousness, remoteness, unawareness, unconsciousness, withdrawal

disinterest, indifference, mindlessness, unconcern

befuddlement, bemusement, bewilderment, confusion

Antonyms of absorption