concept

Meaning

An abstract idea or general notion

an abstract idea; a general notion or understanding of something; a plan or intention

an abstract idea or a general notion

Example Sentences

The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.

The concept of democracy is based on the idea that people should govern themselves.

The concept of freedom is valued by all societies.

Synonyms

idea, notion, theory, principle, thought, perception, conception

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idea, notion, theory, principle

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idea, notion, thought, principle

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idea, notion, thought, perception, conception

Antonyms

reality, concrete idea, fact, concrete example

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reality, concrete idea, fact

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reality, fact, concrete example

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fact, reality

Collocations

basic concept, new concept, concept development, abstract concept, key concept

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basic concept, new concept, concept development

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basic concept, abstract concept, key concept, new concept