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Definition of superabsorbent
superabsorbent
/ˌsuː.pɚ.əbˈzɔːr.bənt/
su · per · ab · sorb · ent
Plural:superabsorbents
superabsorbent Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
5
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• adjective
1
Capable of absorbing and retaining extremely large amounts of a liquid relative to its own mass.
Example
"Modern disposable diapers rely on superabsorbent polymers to keep moisture away from the skin."
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1
A material, especially a cross-linked synthetic polymer, that can absorb and retain vastly greater amounts of liquid than its own weight.
Example
"Agricultural engineers mixed a biodegradable superabsorbent into the dry soil to help retain rainwater for crops."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Superabsorbent. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/superabsorbent