Definition and Synonyms for Abstract

Definition of Abstract

1. Existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment Adjective
2. A concept or idea not associated with any specific instance Noun
3. A sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory Noun
4. Not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature Adjective Satellite
5. Dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention Adjective Satellite
6. Consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically Verb
7. Make off with belongings of others Verb
8. Consider apart from a particular case or instance Verb
9. Give an abstract (of) Verb

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concrete
Adjective
antonym
1
1. capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary
abstraction
Noun
derivation
3
1. a general concept formed by extracting common features from specific examples
2. the process of formulating general concepts by abstracting common properties of instances
3. a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
abstractness
Noun
derivation
3
1. the quality of being considered apart from a specific instance or object
2. the quality of being considered apart from a specific instance or object
3. the quality of being considered apart from a specific instance or object
abstracter
Noun
derivation
1
1. one who makes abstracts or summarizes information
abstractor
Noun
derivation
1
1. one who makes abstracts or summarizes information
abstractive
Adjective Satellite
derivation
2
1. of an abstracting nature or having the power of abstracting
2. of an abstracting nature or having the power of abstracting

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Words Rhyme with abstract

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Etymology for abstract