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abstract vs nonfigurative

nonfigurative vs abstract

abstract is a noun but nonfigurative is not a noun.

abstract and nonfigurative both are adjectives.

abstract is a verb but nonfigurative is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
abstract Yes Yes Yes No
nonfigurative No Yes No No
As adjectives, abstract and nonfigurative are synonyms defined as:
  • abstract and nonfigurative: not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
Other synonyms of abstract include abstractionist, nonobjective.
abstract (noun) nonfigurative (noun)
a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
abstract (adjective) nonfigurative (adjective)
existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention
abstract (verb) nonfigurative (verb)
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
consider apart from a particular case or instance
give an abstract (of)
make off with belongings of others
Difference between abstract and nonfigurative

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