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ABSORB

/əbˈsɔːb/

6 letters · 2 syllables · verb

A 1/1
B 3/4
S 1/1
O 1/1
R 1/1
B 3/4

Definition of ABSORB

verb

To include so that it no longer has separate existence; to overwhelm; to cause to disappear as if by swallowing up; to incorporate; to assimilate; to take in and use up.

verb

To engulf, as in water; to swallow up.

verb

To suck up; to drink in; to imbibe, like a sponge or as the lacteals of the body; to chemically take in.

Antonyms of ABSORB

Words with opposite meaning

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
12
points

Is ABSORB a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ABSORB is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: ABSORB uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ABSORB

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter absorb Total
Scrabble 131113 10
WWF 141114 12

How to Use ABSORB in Word Games

ABSORB is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ABSORB is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ABSORB to find 57 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ABSORB

What does ABSORB mean?
ABSORB is a verb. To include so that it no longer has separate existence; to overwhelm; to cause to disappear as if by swallowing up; to incorporate; to assimilate; to take in and use up.
Is ABSORB a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ABSORB is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ABSORB worth in Scrabble?
ABSORB is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ABSORB?
You can make 57 words from the letters in ABSORB. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ABSORB?
Synonyms of ABSORB include: assume, bear, pay for, use up, assimilate, engulf. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.