absent (EN)

adjective, preposition, verb

adjective “absent”

1. not at a specific location where one is expected to be
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   Tom was absent from the meeting yesterday, so he missed the important announcement.
2. not existing in a particular place or situation
   The sense of fear was completely absent from her demeanor as she calmly approached the wild animal.
3. not paying attention to the current situation or events; distracted
   During the meeting, John was so absent that he didn't notice when his name was called.

preposition “absent”

1. (US) Without something; if something is not present or does not exist
   Absent any clear evidence, the jury had to acquit the defendant.

verb “absent”

1. to deliberately stay away from a place or situation
   She decided to absent herself from the meeting to avoid the heated debate.