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Definition abstract in British English

abstract adjective

adjective
/ˈæbstrækt/
1

abstract ideas exist as thoughts in the mind, and are not related to physical objects or real events and actions

Example

Mathematics is concerned with understanding abstract concepts.

Example

They are not interested in abstract notions like 'equality' or 'freedom'.

Synonyms and related words
abstract central theoretical
2

abstract art expresses the artist's ideas or feelings rather than showing the exact appearance of people or things

Example

modern abstract paintings/sculpture

Synonyms and related words
a abstract accessible
Definition abstract in British English