1. general ideas or concepts that are not based on specific examples or real things
2. the process of considering something as a general quality or characteristic apart from concrete realities
3. works of art that do not attempt to represent external reality but seek to achieve effect using shapes, colors, and forms
Usage: art

Examples

• The philosophy course dealt with complex abstractions like justice and beauty.
• Students often struggle with mathematical abstractions until they see practical applications.
• His mind was filled with abstractions rather than concrete plans.
• The museum’s collection included several colorful abstractions by modern artists.
• Scientific theories begin as abstractions before being tested experimentally.
• She preferred working with data and facts rather than vague abstractions.
• The gallery featured abstractions that challenged viewers’ perceptions of reality.