Entity: ABSTRACT
Abstract refers to ideas, feelings, or qualities that exist as concepts rather than physical objects. It involves general ideas or qualities detached from concrete reality.
ABSTRACT
Etymology
The term 'abstract' originates from Latin, meaning 'pulled away' or 'detached'.
Definition
Abstract refers to ideas, feelings, or qualities that exist as concepts rather than physical objects. It involves general ideas or qualities detached from concrete reality.
Historical Context
Abstract thought has been a significant aspect of philosophical and artistic movements throughout history, challenging traditional representations of reality.
Cultural Significance
In art, abstract works aim to evoke emotions and ideas without directly representing reality. In philosophy, abstract concepts are fundamental to understanding complex theories and systems.
Related Concepts
Related concepts include abstraction, which refers to the act or process of abstracting, and concrete language, which focuses on physical attributes rather than general ideas.
See Also
- Abstraction
- Concrete Language
A concept or idea that is not tangible or concrete, existing as a thought or feeling rather than a physical object.