Abstract

Pronunciation: /ˈæbˌstrækt/

Definitions of abstract

noun a summary or general idea of something

Example Sentences

A1 An abstract is a brief summary of a research paper.

A2 In art class, we learned how to create abstract paintings.

B1 The abstract of the article provided a concise overview of the main points.

B2 She struggled to understand the abstract concepts in the advanced math course.

C1 The artist's abstract expressionist style was admired by many critics.

C2 The philosopher's latest book delves into the complexities of abstract thought.

adjective existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence

Example Sentences

A1 The children were asked to draw abstract shapes in art class.

A2 She struggled to understand the abstract concepts presented in the science textbook.

B1 The artist's paintings were known for their bold use of abstract colors and shapes.

B2 The novel explored abstract themes such as love and loss in a unique way.

C1 The philosopher's theories were often criticized for being too abstract and difficult to apply in practical situations.

C2 The scientist's research was groundbreaking in its ability to translate abstract ideas into tangible solutions for real-world problems.

Grammatical Forms of abstract

• past tense: abstracted
• plural: abstracts
• comparative: more abstract
• superlative: most abstract
• present tense: abstracts
• future tense: will abstract
• perfect tense: has abstracted
• continuous tense: is abstracting
• singular: abstract
• positive degree: abstract
• infinitive: to abstract
• gerund: abstracting
• participle: abstracted

Origin and Evolution of abstract

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abstract' originated from the Latin word 'abstractus', which means 'drawn away'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of art to describe a style that is non-representational or conceptual, the word 'abstract' has evolved to also refer to ideas or concepts that are theoretical, rather than concrete or tangible.