Words Like ABSTRACTION
We have put together a list of words that are similar to ABSTRACTION.
31 Alternative Words Similar to abstraction
3 examples of abstraction
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Thus, when the mind considers the form of a tree by itself, or the color of the leaves as separate from their size or figure, the act is called abstraction.
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to fight for mere abstractions
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a hermit's abstraction
10 definitions of abstraction
1
The act of abstracting, separating, or withdrawing, or the state of being withdrawn; withdrawal.
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The act process of leaving out of consideration one or more properties of a complex object so as to attend to others; analysis. So, also, when it considers whiteness, softness, virtue, existence, as separate from any particular objects.
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An idea or notion of an abstract, or theoretical nature.
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A separation from worldly objects; a recluse life.
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Absence or absorption of mind; inattention to present objects.
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The taking surreptitiously for one's own use part of the property of another; purloining.
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A separation of volatile parts by the act of distillation.
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a general concept formed by extracting common features from specific examples
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a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance