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abstractly

UK
/ˈæbstræktli/
US
/æbˈstræktli/

Translations

abstractlyadverb
UK
/ˈæbstræktli/
US
/æbˈstræktli/
He spoke abstractly about the concept without giving concrete examples.
Он говорил абстрактно о концепции, не приводя конкретных примеров.
Synonyms
theoretically
conceptually
intellectually
philosophically
imaginatively

Definitions

abstractlyadverb
In an abstract manner; theoretically or conceptually, without reference to specific instances or concrete realities.
The philosopher argued abstractly about justice, focusing on principles rather than particular laws.
Vaguely or without clear detail, so as to be difficult to understand.
He described the procedure abstractly, leaving the engineers unsure of the exact steps.
In an absent-minded or preoccupied manner.
She smiled abstractly, still lost in her own thoughts.
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