absence
/apsɑ̃s/noun★Beginner
general
The state of being away or not present.
Son absence prolongée a inquiété sa famille.
His prolonged absence worried his family.
L'absence de preuves a conduit à l'acquittement.
The absence of evidence led to acquittal.
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Can refer to physical or metaphorical absence.
Collocations
en absence dein the absence ofabsence deabsence of
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
en l'absence dephrase
in the absence of
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
In formal contexts, 'absence' is preferred over colloquial alternatives like 'disparition'.
⚡Gold Rule
Legal Context
'Absence' is often used in legal documents to denote the lack of evidence or presence.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'absentia', meaning 'being away'.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal contexts, especially in legal and administrative language.
Word Breakdown
absent
away
root-ence
state of being
suffix✎ Noted on May 2, 2026FR → EN