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theoretical vs abstract

abstract vs theoretical

theoretical is not a noun while abstract is a noun.

theoretical and abstract both are adjectives.

theoretical is not a verb while abstract is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
theoretical No Yes No No
abstract Yes Yes Yes No
theoretical (noun) abstract (noun)
a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance
a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
theoretical (adjective) abstract (adjective)
concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment
concerned with theories rather than their practical applications not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature
dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention
theoretical (verb) abstract (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 theoretical and abstract

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