concreteness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /kənˈkriːtnəs/

Definition

The quality of being specific, real, and tangible, rather than abstract or theoretical.

Examples

• The report lacked concreteness, offering vague suggestions instead of clear actions.

• She appreciated the concreteness of his apology, which included specific actions to make amends.

• The teacher encouraged students to add more concreteness to their stories by including sensory details.

Synonyms of concreteness

Words with a similar meaning to concreteness:

• specificity
• tangibility
• reality
• actuality

Antonyms of concreteness

Words with the opposite meaning to concreteness:

• abstractness
• vagueness
• generality

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