Abstract

usgb/ˈæbstrækt/
adjective

Not connected to physical or concrete things but referring to ideas or concepts.

She has abstract thoughts about life and reality.
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Intangible Ideas

'Abstract' as an adjective means relating to ideas that are not physical objects.

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Love and freedom are abstract concepts.
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Philosophical Usage

Often used in discussing philosophy or deep topics where concrete examples are not easy to provide.

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Philosophy deals with abstract notions of existence.
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