nonabsorbent
adjectiveHow many syllables in nonabsorbent?
There are 4 syllables in the word nonabsorbent.How to pronounce nonabsorbent:
Definition of nonabsorbent:
- nonabsorbent (adjective):
- lacking the capacity to absorb not absorbent
- adjective. not capable of absorbing or soaking up (liquids).
Synonyms for nonabsorbent:
absorbency
nonabsorptive
nonporous
repellent
stanch
staunch
water-repellent
water-resistant
waterproof
watertight
weatherproof
Antonyms for nonabsorbent:
absorbant
absorbent
absorptive
assimilative
bibulous
blotting
imbibing
osmotic
permeable
pervious
porous
pregnable
receptive
retentive
soaking
sorbefacient
sponge-like
spongiform
spongy
thirsty
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