abstraction

The definition of abstraction is an idea that lacks a concrete nature, or is idealistic in nature.

(noun)

Examples of abstractions can be feelings such as sadness or happiness.

Abstraction is defined as a work of art where the subject or theme is implied.

(noun)

An example of an abstraction that is a piece of art is the painting “Introspection” by Marten Jansen.

The definition of abstraction refers to the concept of being preoccupied or absent minded.

(noun)

An example of abstraction is when your finances may dominate your thoughts and prevent you from focusing on other ideas or tasks.

See abstraction in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

an abstracting or being abstracted; removal
formation of an idea, as of the qualities or properties of a thing, by mental separation from particular instances or material objects
an idea so formed, or a word or term for it: “honesty” and “whiteness” are abstractions
an unrealistic or impractical notion
mental withdrawal; absent-mindedness
an abstract quality
a picture, statue, etc. that is wholly or partly abstract

Origin: ME abstraccioun < LL abstractio: see abstract

See abstraction in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. The act of abstracting or the state of having been abstracted.
b. An abstract concept, idea, or term.
c. An abstract quality.
Preoccupation; absent-mindedness.
An abstract work of art.

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