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abstract

adjectivegeneral usecommon/ɐbʃˈtɾatu/abs·tra·to

Definition

1

Existing only in the mind, without physical or concrete existence; resulting from a mental operation of abstraction.

Usage examples

“Love is an abstract concept.”
“The discussion became too abstract and lost its practical focus.”

Synonyms

immaterialtheoretical

Antonyms

concretetangiblepractical

Common combinations

abstract artabstract thinkingabstract concept

Idiomatic expressions

  • in abstract terms
  • get lost in the abstract