absorptive

• Qualifie un matériau ou une substance capable d'absorber ou d'aspirer des liquides, des gaz ou de l'énergie.

Describes a material or substance that has the ability to soak up or take in liquids, gases, or energy.

1. Having the ability to absorbB2formal

   Having the power or capacity to take in or soak up liquids, energy, or other substances.

   absorbant

   • The absorptive material quickly soaked up the spilled water.
   • This fabric is highly absorptive, making it ideal for towels.
   • The absorptive properties of the sponge make it useful for cleaning.

   Synonymesabsorbentassimilativepermeableporousspongy

   Antonymesimpermeablenonabsorbentnonporousrepellentwaterproof