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abstract
01
existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most abstract
Comparative
more abstract
gradable
Examples
She presented an abstract concept that challenged traditional notions of reality.
02
(of a form of art) showing forms, colors, or shapes that do not represent real-world objects, focusing on ideas or emotions instead
Examples
She is known for her abstract sculptures that explore the interplay of shapes, colors, and textures.
03
approaching a subject in a theoretical way, without concern for practical application or real-world examples
Examples
Abstract science explores theoretical frameworks that may not yet be applicable.
Abstract
01
a work of art that does not directly represent objects or scenes from the real world, focusing instead on shapes, colors, or forms
Examples
The museum displayed an abstract, where colors and shapes took center stage over reality.
02
a brief summary that presents the key points of a book, speech, etc.
Grammatical Information
animacy status
abstract
Composition
Compound
countable
plural form
abstracts
Examples
Before attending the lecture, I skimmed through the abstract to get an idea of what the speaker would discuss.
to abstract
01
to consider something separate from its specific context
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
action verb
regular
present tense
abstract
3rd person singular
abstracts
present participle
abstracting
past simple
abstracted
past participle
abstracted
Examples
He was able to abstract valuable insights from the extensive research.
Examples
The thief attempted to abstract valuables from the house while the owners were away.
Lexical Tree
abstractly
abstractness
semiabstract
abstract
