absolution, n. [forgiveness], [remission], [discharge], [pardon].
absolutism, n. [autocracy], [despotism].
absolve, v. [release], remit, [pardon], exonerate, [acquit], exculpate.
absorb, v. engulf, [overwhelm], swallow up; imbibe, suck up, assimilate; engross, [occupy], [monopolize].
absorbent, a. absorbtive, [absorbing], [bibulous].
absorbing, a. engrossing, engaging, [fascinating].
absorption, n. imbibition; engrossment. Associated word: sorbefacient.
absquatulate, v. (Jocular) decamp, go [away], depart.
abstain, v. [forbear], [refrain], [withhold], deny one's [self]. Antonym: [indulge].
abstaining, n. abstention, [abstinence].