Absorb and Bolster

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Absorb

Absorb verb - To make complete use of.
Usage example: cleaning the house absorbed the rest of his energy
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Bolster is an antonym for absorb.
Nearby Words: absorbed, absorption, absorbing, absorbent, absorber

Bolster

Bolster verb - To hold up or serve as a foundation for.
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Absorb is an antonym for bolster.
Nearby Words: bolstered, bolstering
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Common collocations

ability absorb ability bolster ability
power absorb power bolster power
strength absorb strength bolster strength
magic absorb magic bolster magic
Other words: damage, spirits, points, attacks, skills, powers, enemies, creatures, abilities.

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Bolster and Absorb. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/absorb/bolster
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