L'absència
Example: L'absència de proves va dificultar la resolució del cas.
Definition
"L'absència" refers to the state or condition of being away or not present, especially when expected to be present. It can indicate the lack or nonexistence of something, such as in the phrase 'L'absència de proves' meaning the absence of evidence.
Etymology
The word "l'absència" comes from the Latin 'absentia,' derived from 'absens,' meaning 'away' or 'not present.' Did you know that the root 'abs-' in Latin means 'away from,' which perfectly captures the idea of being absent or missing?
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"L'absència" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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