Definition of absence

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  • absence is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • absence is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
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Definition of absence

  • the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. absence seizure
  • failure to be present (noun)
  • the state of being absent (noun)

    Examples

    1. he was surprised by the absence of any explanation
  • the time interval during which something or somebody is away (noun)

    Examples

    1. he visited during my absence

See definition of absence in Merriam Webster