nonabstract

adjective

Definition of nonabstractnext
1
as in realistic

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2
as in physical

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Recent Examples of nonabstract In New York City, these economic consequences tend to be nonabstract. — Holman W. Jenkins, WSJ, 12 Oct. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonabstract
  1. realistic
  2. physical
  3. objective
  4. concrete
  5. representational
  6. visible
  7. naturalistic
  8. tangible
Adjective
  • The speculative boom has faded, estimates have become more realistic, and collectors who once competed aggressively for rare Burgundy and Bordeaux wines are taking their time.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026
  • This effort started with a partnership with Getty Images, meant to introduce more realistic portrayals of people in rural America to stock photography used across the internet every day.
    — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 8 July 2026
Definition of realistic
Adjective
  • While Real-world data collection is slow, linear, and bound by physical time, generative 3D world models provide a pipeline for synthetic data generation at scale.
    — Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Some people wore the damage of physical or mental disease, addiction, poverty, or all of the above.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of physical
Adjective
  • This approach ensures objective alignment, compliance, and the ability for autonomous workflows to complement existing processes.
    — Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • This is informed by our player ratings model, which provides an objective assessment of each player’s contribution in a match.
    — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of objective
Adjective
  • Shoring jacks are heavy-duty adjustable props used to temporarily support vertical structures such as ceilings, concrete slabs and walls.
    — Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
  • Jurado said the company did not provide concrete public commitments, funding amounts or implementation timelines for the relief and recovery measures requested.
    — City News Service, Daily News, 8 July 2026
Definition of concrete
Adjective
  • Created by Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi, the show was celebrated for its representational milestones both in front and behind the camera for the entirety of its three season run.
    — Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • The Semiquincentennial Commission was conjured into being by Congress back in 2016, during that long-ago summer when the Democratic Party was convening in Philadelphia and the succession of one form of representational liberalism to another seemed pretty well secure.
    — Christopher Hooks, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
Definition of representational
Adjective
  • The smoke plume was visible across portions of eastern Sacramento County, including Arden Arcade, Folsom and Rosemont.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2026
  • Unlike tournaments of the past, all players, not just starters, face each other at the center circle during the national anthems, which is visible to all parts of the stadium.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
Definition of visible
Adjective
  • From our patio, a path takes you through naturalistic plantings under an arch that would act as a threshold to a vine maple against the far fence.
    — Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026
  • The female gaze Few women photographed Monroe, and there’s a stark contrast between Arnold’s naturalistic, candid style and the more flirtatious interplay of her male counterparts.
    — Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
Definition of naturalistic
Adjective
  • But that buy-in has to actually be fortified by something tangible.
    — Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026
  • The Bruins’ fire sale in March of 2025 has already paid tangible dividends.
    — Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 5 July 2026
Definition of tangible

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“Nonabstract.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonabstract. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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