absence [noun]

Definition of absence:

the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy

Synonyms of absence:

● Absence seizure

● Lack

● Dearth

● Deficiency

● Failure

● Want

● Need

● Truancy

● Without

● Absenteeism


Opposite/Antonyms of absence:

● Presence

● Plenty

● Plethora

● Existence

● Abundance

● Attendance

● Bounty

● Surplus


Sentence/Example of absence:

The absence of a smoke detector in the room has prompted an immediate investigation.