absent
- Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something. adjectiveShe was absent from school due to illness.Several members were absent from the meeting.
- Showing a lack of attention to what is happening or being said; inattentive. adjectiveHe gave an absent nod, not really listening to the conversation.Her absent gaze suggested she was lost in thought.
- To stay away from a place or event. verbHe chose to absent himself from the party.She absented herself from the meeting.