existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment; abstract words like `truth' and `justice''

a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance; he loved her only in the abstract--not in person

[ Syn: abstraction ]

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

[ Syn: outline , synopsis , precis ]

not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature; a large abstract painting

[ Syn: abstractionist , nonfigurative , nonobjective ]

dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention; abstract reasoning; abstract science'

consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically

make off with belongings of others

[ Syn: pilfer , cabbage , purloin , pinch , snarf , swipe , hook , sneak , filch , nobble , lift ]

consider apart from a particular case or instance; Let's abstract away from this particular example'

give an abstract (of)