Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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impalpable | No | Yes | No | No |
abstract | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
impalpable (noun) | abstract (noun) |
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a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance | |
a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory |
impalpable (adjective) | abstract (adjective) |
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imperceptible to the senses or the mind | existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment |
incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch | not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature |
not perceptible to the touch | dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention |
impalpable (verb) | abstract (verb) |
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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 |