Learn how to use the comparative “more abstract” and superlative “most abstract” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “abstract”?

The comparative form of “abstract” is “more abstract”.

Example

The concept of time is more abstract than the concept of space.

Example

Poetry is more abstract than prose.

What is the superlative form of “abstract”?

The superlative form of “abstract” is “most abstract”.

Example

Among all the subjects, philosophy is the most abstract.

Example

The painting was the most abstract piece in the gallery.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "abstract" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more abstract" and "most abstract" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of conceptualization.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Abstract" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more abstract”

more theoretical

Used to describe something that is more conceptual or hypothetical.

Example

Quantum physics is more theoretical than classical physics.

more intangible

Used to indicate something that is less concrete or physical.

Example

Emotions are more intangible than objects.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most abstract”

most theoretical

Used to describe something that is the most conceptual or hypothetical.

Example

String theory is the most theoretical branch of physics.

most intangible

Used to indicate something that is the least concrete or physical.

Example

Spirituality is the most intangible aspect of human existence.

Using than with comparative “more abstract”

When using the comparative form "more abstract" to compare two concepts, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The concept of time is more abstract than the concept of space." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of abstraction in "the concept of time" is higher than the level of abstraction in "the concept of space."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more abstract” and “most abstract” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Subjects

  Mathematics is more abstract than biology.

  Mathematics is more abstract than biology.

• 2. Art

  The sculpture is the most abstract piece in the exhibition.

  The sculpture is the most abstract piece in the exhibition.

• 3. Ideas

  The theory of relativity is more abstract than Newtonian mechanics.

  The theory of relativity is more abstract than Newtonian mechanics.

• 4. Language

  Poetry is the most abstract form of expression.

  Poetry is the most abstract form of expression.