Noun | 1. | ![]() Synonyms: abstraction |
2. | abstract - a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory | |
Verb | 1. | abstract - consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically |
2. | abstract - make off with belongings of others | |
3. | abstract - consider apart from a particular case or instance; "Let's abstract away from this particular example" | |
4. | abstract - give an abstract (of) | |
Adj. | 1. | abstract - existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment; "abstract words like `truth' and `justice'" Antonyms: concrete - capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary; "concrete objects such as trees" |
2. | abstract - not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature; "a large abstract painting" | |
3. | abstract - based on specialized theory; "a theoretical analysis" Synonyms: theoretical | |
4. | abstract - dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention; "abstract reasoning"; "abstract science" |