1. to abstract or generalize excessively; to remove too much concrete detail or specificity
Usage: transitive verb; often used in academic or technical contexts

1. excessively abstract; lacking sufficient concrete detail or practical application
Usage: often used critically to describe ideas, theories, or writing

Examples

• The philosopher tends to overabstract complex social issues into simple formulas.
• His overabstract approach to teaching makes it difficult for students to understand real-world applications.
• The theory is overabstract and fails to address the practical concerns of workers.
• Don't overabstract the problem; we need concrete examples to move forward.
• The textbook's overabstract language alienates readers who prefer clear, direct explanations.
• She warned against overabstracting the data, which could lead to misleading conclusions.