1.
abstract, theoretical
Dealing with ideas rather than concrete objects or practical matters.
抽象的な絵が好きです。
I like abstract paintings.
抽象的な議論は避けましょう。
Let's avoid abstract discussions.
この概念は抽象的で理解しにくい。
This concept is abstract and hard to understand.
抽象的 is a na-adjective meaning abstract, dealing with ideas rather than concrete things.
WORD FORMATION:
抽象 (abstraction) + 的 (suffix making na-adjectives)
FORMS:
- Adverb: 抽象的に
- Modifying nouns: 抽象的な + noun
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 抽象的な概念: abstract concept
- 抽象的な表現: abstract expression
- 抽象的な議論: abstract discussion
- 抽象画: abstract painting
CONTRAST:
- 具体的: concrete, specific (antonym)
Related Words
Antonym:
具体的 (concrete)