What does abstract mean?

relating to ideas rather than physical objects or specific examples using shapes and colours rather than realistic images a short summary of a research paper or other document

How is abstract pronounced?

UK /ˈæbstrækt/, US /ˈæbstrækt/.

abstract

/ˈæbstrækt/

CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #5236 in the learning path

抽象的

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Definitions

adj. relating to ideas rather than physical objects or specific examples

抽象的

adj. using shapes and colours rather than realistic images

抽象艺术的

n. a short summary of a research paper or other document

摘要

Example

She uses toys to explain abstract ideas to children.

她用玩具向孩子们解释抽象概念。

Reading the abstract helps researchers decide whether a study is relevant to their own work.

阅读摘要有助于研究人员判断一项研究是否与自己的工作相关。

Collocations

an abstract concept
abstract art
abstract thinking
a research abstract

Word family

abstraction (n.)
abstractly (adv.)

Antonyms

concrete

Usage tip

形容词和名词重音在首音节；动词重音在后。

FAQ

What does abstract mean?: relating to ideas rather than physical objects or specific examples using shapes and colours rather than realistic images a short summary of a research paper or other document
How is abstract pronounced?: UK /ˈæbstrækt/, US /ˈæbstrækt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.