ABSTRACTS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

existing only in the mind

Example: separated from embodiment; abstract words like `truth' and `justice

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adjective (satellite)

not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature

Example: a large abstract painting

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Adjective (satellite)

dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention

Example: abstract reasoning; abstract science

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Noun

a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance

Example: he loved her only in the abstract--not in person

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Noun

a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Verb

give an abstract (of)

Meaning 7

Part of speech: Verb

make off with belongings of others

Meaning 8

Part of speech: Verb

consider a concept without thinking of a specific example

Example: consider abstractly or theoretically

Meaning 9

Part of speech: Verb

consider apart from a particular case or instance

Example: Let's abstract away from this particular example