Absent or Abscent
Which spelling is correct, Absent or Abscent, and how to use them properly.
Abscent
Incorrect spelling - This spelling is incorrect. "Abscent" is not a valid word in English.
"Abscent" is a common misspelling of "Absent". Always use "Absent" when referring to the correct word.
Absent
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
This is the correct spelling. "Absent" is an adjective meaning not present in a place. Absent (adjective): Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something; missing or away.
Definition of Absent
"Absent": This is the correct spelling. "Absent" is an adjective meaning not present in a place. Absent (adjective): Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something; missing or away.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Absent
- • Missing
- • Away
- • Not present
- • Gone
- • Unavailable
- • Out
- • Off
- • Nonattendant
- • Absentee
Usage Examples
"Correct:" Several students were absent from class today.
"Correct:" He was absent from the meeting due to illness.
"Correct:" The absent parent missed the school play.
Notes:
- • "Absent" is the correct spelling. "Abscent" is a common misspelling—remember, it has "s" before "e" not "c" before "e".
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it abscent or absent?
The correct word is "absent." "Abscent" is a common misspelling.
How to pronounce absent?
The correct pronunciation is /ˈæbsənt/ (AB-suhnt).
What does absent mean?
Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something; missing or away.
Summary
Remember: Absent is the correct spelling with "t" at the end. It means not present or missing. The misspelling "abscent" is never correct. Always use "absent" when referring to someone or something that is not present.