Abstractest

/əbˈstræktəst/ adjective

Definition

the most abstract; furthest removed from concrete reality or specific examples.

Etymology

From abstract + -est superlative suffix. This forms the highest degree of abstraction, comparing three or more things.

Kelly Says

In mathematics and philosophy, 'abstractest' thinking—like pure set theory or metaphysics—is considered the most intellectually challenging because it requires holding concepts in your mind without any physical reference points.

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