Desorb

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Updated June 2026

Definition

To release a substance from a surface on which it had been adsorbed, often by the application of heat or reduced pressure.

“Raising the temperature caused the catalyst to desorb the trapped gases.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

de·sorb

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Synonyms

release degas

Antonyms

adsorb absorb

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in B, which is unusual for DE- words, and the SORB root signals its chemistry context

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Scrabble

Worth 9 points with B scoring 3, and hooks to DESORBS and DESORBED for extension plays in a technical context

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Anagrams of Desorb

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sorbed

Words you can make from Desorb

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borders

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