Crossword clue
Absorb crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Absorb”, from 3–11 letters. The most likely answer is SOAK UP.
All answers for “Absorb”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| SOP | 3 | Soak up liquid |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| BLOT | 4 | Soak up with absorbent paper |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| RIVET | 5 | Hold attention completely |
| LEARN | 5 | Absorb knowledge |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| SOAK UP Best match | 6 | Take in liquid |
| SPONGE | 6 | Soak up like a sponge |
| TAKE IN | 6 | Understand or draw in |
| DIGEST | 6 | Take in mentally |
| IMBIBE | 6 | Drink in |
| ENGULF | 6 | Swallow up |
| INGEST | 6 | Take in as food |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| ENGROSS | 7 | Occupy the full attention of |
| CONSUME | 7 | Use up or preoccupy |
| ENTHRAL | 7 | Captivate, British spelling |
| 10-letter answers | ||
| ASSIMILATE | 10 | Take in and understand fully |
| 11-letter answers | ||
| INCORPORATE | 11 | Take in as part of a whole |
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What does “Absorb” mean?
A verb meaning to soak up (liquid), take in (information), or engross (someone's attention). It can also mean to assimilate or incorporate a smaller entity.
Solving tip
Match the base form of the verb. Short fits include SOAK UP, SOP, SPONGE and LEARN; ENGROSS suits the 'occupy attention' sense.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Absorb"?
The most likely answer is SOAK UP (6 letters) — Take in liquid. Other common answers are SPONGE (6), TAKE IN (6), ENGROSS (7), ASSIMILATE (10).
How many letters are in the answer to "Absorb"?
Answers to "Absorb" range from 3–11 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.