CEFR B1

absence

noun

Meaning

The state of not being present in a place, at a time, or with a person.

Examples

The sudden absence of the CEO caused concern.
His absence from the meeting was noted.

Synonyms: lack, non-attendance, remoteness, void

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absence (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæb.səns/

Definition

The state of not being present in a place, at a time, or with a person.

Examples

The sudden absence of the CEO caused concern.
His absence from the meeting was noted.
We missed her presence during her absence.

How to Use absence

absence from (prepositional phrase): Not being present in a specific place or event. — "His absence from the team meeting was unexpected."
absence of (prepositional phrase): A lack of something. — "There was a complete absence of logic in his argument."

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