Abstracted: meaning, definitions and examples

mental state

Abstracted refers to a state of being lost in thought or being emotionally detached from one's surroundings. A person who is abstracted may seem unfocused or preoccupied with internal thoughts rather than engaging with the external world. This mental state can be a result of deep contemplation, stress, or simply daydreaming. It often manifests as a lack of awareness of immediate surroundings or social interactions.

distracted, engrossed, lost, preoccupied

Examples of usage

• She looked abstracted during the meeting, seemingly pondering a different topic.

• His abstracted demeanor made it hard for him to join the conversation.

• The artist often worked in an abstracted state, channeling emotions into his canvas.