ABSTRACTEDNESS

abstractedness, abstraction

(noun) preoccupation with something to the exclusion of all else

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

abstractedness (uncountable)

The state of being abstracted; abstract character. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]

Source: Wiktionary


Ab*stract"ed*ness, n.

Definition: The state of being abstracted; abstract character.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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