Synonyms of conceptual

conceptual

adjective

kən-ˈsep-chə-wəl 

as in theoretical

dealing with or expressing a quality or idea

conceptual thinking is often the most demanding kind of mental activity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• theoretical
• metaphysical
• abstract
• mental
• intellectual
• speculative
• spiritual
• ideal
• hypothetical
• ideational
• notional
• cosmic
• transcendental
• invisible
• conjectural
• intangible
• immaterial
• romantic
• utopian
• ethereal
• insubstantial
• impractical
• transcendent
• imperceptible
• incorporeal
• nonphysical
• visionary
• nonmaterial
• unreal
• unsubstantial
• impalpable
• insensible

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• concrete
• physical
• substantial
• tangible
• material
• visible
• discernible
• appreciable
• actual
• perceptible
• definite
• observable
• sensible
• distinct
• real
• noticeable
• detectable
• nonabstract
• palpable
• factual
• defined

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of conceptual

Architects and engineers first develop conceptual designs, evaluate structural alternatives, estimate costs and explain the tradeoffs. — Alex Pavlak, Baltimore Sun, 3 Nov. 2026

The partners submitted a pre-development agreement to the Village Board, which was approved on April 21, that provides a conceptual master plan for the redevelopment. — Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

Various conceptual plans have emerged for the property over the past decade, but none advanced to construction. — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 30 Oct. 2026

Regional Transit had applied for and received $700,000 in grants to complete the study and conceptual design for a BRT through Natomas. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026