Absent and Observant

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Absent adjective - Lost in thought and unaware of one's surroundings or actions.

Usage example: seemed absent when I told him you were coming because he nodded but didn't say anything

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Observant is an antonym for absent.

Nearby Words: absence, absented, absently, absenting

Observant adjective - Paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity.

Usage example: if you were more observant, you would perceive that something is troubling her deeply

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Absent is an antonym for observant.

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