Absence or Absense
Which spelling is correct, Absence or Absense, and how to use them properly.
❌INCORRECT
Absense
This spelling is incorrect. "Absense" is not a valid word in English.
✅CORRECT
Absence
This is the correct spelling. "Absence" is a noun meaning the state of being away.
Definition
Absence (noun): The state of being away from a place or person; lack of presence; nonattendance.
Examples:
- His absence from the meeting was noticed by everyone.
- The absence of evidence made the case difficult to prove.
- She was marked absent from class yesterday.
Synonyms
Words with similar meanings to "absence":
Nouns:
- Lack
- Nonattendance
- Omission
- Nonappearance
- Missing
Related Terms:
- Vacancy
- Gap
- Void
- Deficiency
Note: "Absence" is the correct spelling. "Absense" is a common misspelling—remember, it has "s" before "e" not "e" before "s".
FAQ's
Is it absense or absence?
The correct word is "absence." "Absense" is a common misspelling.
How to pronounce absence?
The correct pronunciation is /ə'æbsəns/ (uh-AB-suhns).
What does absence mean?
The state of being away from a place or person; lack of presence; nonattendance.