Synonym: absorb, draw, engross, engulf, imbibe, immerse, plunge, sop up, steep, suck, suck up, take in, take up. Similar words: soak, soaked, soak in, soaking, break up, breakup, speak up, sneak up. Meaning: v. 1. take in, also metaphorically 2. engross (oneself) fully.
61. The healthiest bodies - those of athletes and soldiers - soak up carbohydrates and use the energy they yield productively.
62. Lounge around on our sofa chairs, soak up the vibe of our funky music, or flip through our huge magazine collection for breakfast, lunch or any time of day.