Definition

The condition of being lost in thought or not paying attention to what is happening around you.

Example

His abstractedness during the meeting made it clear he was not fully engaged.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how some people seem lost in their thoughts?

Yeah, it's like they're in a different world sometimes.

I guess that's a kind of abstractedness that can be interesting to observe.

Definitely! It can be a little mysterious, too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abstractedness → It is formed from "abstract" (from Latin "abstractus", meaning drawn away or separated) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "abstractedness" refers to the state of being withdrawn or removed from immediate concerns or reality.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'drawn away' ('abstract') from what is happening around you, and '-ness' indicates the quality of that state. This helps you remember that 'abstractedness' means the quality of being withdrawn from reality.

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