Abstracto (en. Abstract)
/abˈstɾak.to/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Conceptual, that cannot be perceived by the senses.
Love is an abstract concept that is often difficult to define.
El amor es un concepto abstracto que a menudo resulta difícil de definir.
Based on ideas or concepts, rather than concrete things.
Abstract art seeks to express emotions through forms and colors.
El arte abstracto busca expresar emociones a través de formas y colores.
Referring to a visual representation that is not an actual object.
The painting was abstract, without recognizable figures.
La pintura era abstracta, sin figuras reconocibles.
Etymology
From Latin 'abstractus', meaning 'separated' or 'removed'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
abstract art
An artistic style that does not seek to represent recognizable objects or figures.
arte abstracto
abstract thought
The ability to think about concepts that are not tangible.
pensamiento abstracto
abstract theory
A theory that is based on ideas and not on concrete facts.
teoría abstracta
Related Words
abstraction
The process of separating from something concrete to focus on the essential.
abstracción
abstract
A term that refers to the form or quality of being abstract.
abstracto
concept
An idea or generalization that results from abstraction.
concepto
Slang Meanings
A vague or unclear idea.
What you told me sounds very abstract; I don't quite understand.
Lo que me dijiste suena muy abstracto, no entiendo bien.
Something that is complicated or difficult to understand.
That article is too abstract; it needs clearer examples.
Ese artículo es demasiado abstracto, necesita ejemplos más claros.