B2 noun フォーマル

abstract

/ˈæbstrækt/

A brief summary of a research paper, thesis, or report that highlights the main points and findings. It is typically found at the beginning of a document to help readers quickly understand the core purpose and results.

例文

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1

I read the abstract of the article to see if it was relevant to my project.

I read the short summary of the article to check its relevance to my project.

2

The committee requested a three-hundred-word abstract for the upcoming conference.

The committee asked for a short 300-word summary for the next conference.

3

Just give me the abstract; I don't have time for the whole report.

Just give me the quick summary because I am in a hurry.

語族

名詞
abstract, abstraction
Verb
abstract
副詞
abstractly
形容詞
abstract
関連
abstractness
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覚え方のコツ

Think of 'AB-stract' as an 'AB-breviated tract' (a shortened piece of writing).

クイックテスト

The journal editor asked the researcher to shorten her _____ because it exceeded the 250-word limit.

正解!

正解は: abstract

例文

1

I read the abstract of the article to see if it was relevant to my project.

everyday

I read the short summary of the article to check its relevance to my project.

2

The committee requested a three-hundred-word abstract for the upcoming conference.

formal

The committee asked for a short 300-word summary for the next conference.

3

Just give me the abstract; I don't have time for the whole report.

informal

Just give me the quick summary because I am in a hurry.

4

The abstract must clearly state the research methodology and the primary conclusions.

academic

The summary needs to explain how the research was done and what the results were.

5

Please include an abstract at the start of the proposal for the executive team.

business

Please put a summary at the beginning of the proposal for the managers.

語族

名詞
abstract, abstraction
Verb
abstract
副詞
abstractly
形容詞
abstract
関連
abstractness

よく使う組み合わせ

write an abstract to compose a short summary of a paper
submit an abstract to send a summary for review or publication
concise abstract a short and clear summary
extended abstract a more detailed version of a summary
graphical abstract a visual summary of a research paper

よく使うフレーズ

in the abstract

considering something theoretically rather than in practice

abstract of title

a summary of the history of ownership of a piece of land

scientific abstract

a summary specifically for a scientific study

よく混同される語

abstract vs extract

An extract is a small part taken directly from a text, while an abstract is a newly written summary of the entire text.

abstract vs introduction

An introduction starts the narrative of the paper, whereas an abstract summarizes the whole paper including the results.

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使い方のコツ

When used as a noun in academic contexts, it always refers to a summary. Note that the pronunciation of the noun emphasizes the first syllable: AB-stract.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'summary' for academic papers when 'abstract' is the specific technical term required by journals.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of 'AB-stract' as an 'AB-breviated tract' (a shortened piece of writing).

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語源

Derived from the Latin 'abstractus', meaning 'drawn away' or 'removed from'.

文法パターン

countable noun often follows the verb 'to submit' or 'to write' usually takes a definite article 'the' in academic discussion
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文化的な背景

In global academic culture, the abstract is often the only part of a paper that is free to read behind paywalls, making it the most important section for visibility.

クイックテスト

The journal editor asked the researcher to shorten her _____ because it exceeded the 250-word limit.

正解!

正解は: abstract

関連単語

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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