Absent or Absense
Which spelling is correct, Absent or Absense, and how to use them properly.
Absense
Incorrect spelling - This spelling is incorrect. "Absense" is not a valid word in English.
"Absense" 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. "Absense" is a common misspelling—remember, it ends with "-ent" not "-ense".
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it absense or absent?
The correct word is "absent." "Absense" 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
Absent is the correct spelling, while Absense is always incorrect. Use "Absent" when referring to the correct word.