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abstraction

/əbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/
Meanings
  • noun

    The process of extracting essential information from complex data and representing it in a simplified form.

    - "In mathematics, the process of finding the root of a complex equation is an example of abstraction."
    - "The abstract concepts of art are often difficult for some people to understand."
Pronunciation
  1. /æbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/



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Antonyms

concretization , specialization
Synonyms

universalization
Rhymes
Words rhyming with abstraction
impression , expression , obsession
Variants
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abstraction , abstractional , abstractions , abstractive
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'abstractus', meaning 'drawn away'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'abstraction' was first used in English in the 15th century.

  2. Abstract art was popularized in the early 20th century by artists such as Wassily Kandinsky and Kazimir Malevich.

Related Concepts
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  1. Conceptualization: The process of forming ideas and understanding complex concepts.

  2. Generalization: The process of identifying common patterns or characteristics among a set of data.

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Abstraction has been used extensively in various fields, including art, mathematics, and philosophy. In art, abstract paintings focus on shapes, colors, and forms without realistic representation. In mathematics, abstract concepts such as sets, groups, and functions are essential for advanced mathematical theories.

How to Memorize "abstraction"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize abstract shapes and colors to memorize the meaning of abstraction.
    - Imagine the process of extracting essential information from complex data.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'abstraction' with 'simplification' or 'essentialization'.
    - Think of abstract art when you hear the word 'abstraction'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'A B C' to remember the definition of abstraction: 'Abstract' means 'drawn away', and 'Abstraction' is the process of 'drawing away' essential information.

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