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absorptiveness

n.
C1 Advanced ab·sorp·tive·ness

n. the ability of a material to take in or soak up something, like water or heat. It describes how much of a substance a surface can hold.

n. the property of a material that allows it to take in or soak up another substance, such as water, light, or sound. Often used in scientific contexts to describe the efficiency of a medium in capturing energy or matter.


SIMPLE

The absorptiveness of the fabric makes it perfect for summer clothes.

CONTEXTUAL

Engineers tested the absorptiveness of various materials to find the best one for the solar panels.

COMPLEX

The high absorptiveness of the black paint ensured that the building's exterior reached dangerous temperatures during the midday sun.

Origin

From absorptive + -ness.

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