오늘의 단어 : absorb, soak, imbibe, assimilate, engross

"absorb"

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To take in or soak up a liquid or other substance.
   • Verb: To assimilate or integrate information, ideas, or experiences.
2. Synonyms:
   • Soak up
   • Imbibe
   • Assimilate
   • Engross
   • Incorporate
   Antonyms:
   • Release
   • Repel
   • Reject
   • Disperse
   • Emit
3. Example Sentences:
   1. The sponge is designed to absorb water quickly and efficiently.
   2. Plants absorb sunlight through their leaves during the process of photosynthesis.
   3. It's important to read actively to absorb and retain information from the text.
   4. The desert sand can absorb and retain heat, creating high temperatures during the day.
   5. Traveling allows individuals to absorb different cultures and perspectives, enriching their worldview.

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 "soak"

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To make or allow something to become thoroughly wet by immersing it in liquid.
   • Verb: To absorb or take in a liquid.
2. Synonyms:
   • Saturate
   • Drench
   • Immerse
   • Steep
   • Submerge
   Antonyms:
   • Wring out
   • Dry
   • Dehydrate
   • Drain
   • Evaporate
3. Example Sentences:
   1. After playing in the rain, the children had to soak their clothes in warm water to remove the mud.
   2. The chef advised letting the pasta soak in hot water for a few minutes before cooking.
   3. Heavy rain caused the soil to soak up the water, preventing runoff.
   4. She enjoyed taking a long bath to relax and let her body soak in the warm water.
   5. The fabric was left to soak in a solution to remove stubborn stains before washing.

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 "imbibe"

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To drink or absorb, especially fluids.
   • Verb: To take in or assimilate information, knowledge, or ideas.
2. Synonyms:
   • Consume
   • Absorb
   • Ingest
   • Assimilate
   • Drink in
   Antonyms:
   • Abstain
   • Reject
   • Disregard
   • Repel
   • Dismiss
3. Example Sentences:
   1. It's important to imbibe an adequate amount of water throughout the day for proper hydration.
   2. The sponge was left to imbibe the spilled liquid on the kitchen counter.
   3. As a voracious reader, she loved to imbibe knowledge from various genres of literature.
   4. The roots of the plant imbibe nutrients from the soil to support growth.
   5. Attending seminars and workshops is an excellent way to imbibe new skills and perspectives.

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"assimilate"

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To take in and understand fully; to absorb and integrate into one's mind or culture.
   • Verb: To absorb or incorporate substances into the body or tissues.
2. Synonyms:
   • Absorb
   • Integrate
   • Incorporate
   • Adapt
   • Learn
   Antonyms:
   • Reject
   • Resist
   • Disregard
   • Exclude
   • Separate
3. Example Sentences:
   1. Immigrants often need time to assimilate into a new culture, learning its customs and language.
   2. The student was able to assimilate complex scientific concepts through diligent study and practice.
   3. The digestive system is responsible for assimilating nutrients from the food we consume.
   4. In a diverse workplace, employees may need to assimilate various perspectives for effective collaboration.
   5. Cultural assimilation involves the gradual process of adopting the customs and values of a new society.

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"engross"

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To absorb the complete attention or interest of someone; to occupy or involve deeply.
2. Synonyms:
   • Captivate
   • Absorb
   • Fascinate
   • Preoccupy
   • Enthrall
   Antonyms:
   • Bore
   • Repel
   • Distract
   • Disinterest
   • Divert
3. Example Sentences:
   1. The suspenseful novel was so engaging that it completely engrossed her for hours.
   2. The captivating documentary managed to engross the audience with its compelling storytelling.
   3. The challenging puzzle game has the ability to engross players for extended periods.
   4. As the speaker delved into the topic, the audience became engrossed in the discussion.
   5. The intense movie plot had the power to engross viewers, keeping them on the edge of their seats.