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outline vs abstract

abstract vs outline

outline and abstract both are nouns.

outline is not an adjective while abstract is an adjective.

outline and abstract both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
outline Yes No Yes No
abstract Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, outline and abstract are synonyms defined as:
  • outline and abstract: a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
Other synonyms of outline include precis, synopsis.
outline (noun) abstract (noun)
a schematic or preliminary plan a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
the line that appears to bound an object
outline (adjective) abstract (adjective)
existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment
not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention
outline (verb) abstract (verb)
describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
trace the shape of consider apart from a particular case or instance
draw up an outline or sketch for something give an abstract (of)
make off with belongings of others
Difference between outline and abstract

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