abstract sections

[ˈæbstrækt ˈsɛkʃənz]
nounpl: abstract sections
seções abstratas
1. Parts of an academic or technical document that present summarized, generalized, or theoretically derived information rather than concrete details or empirical data
The abstract sections of the research paper outlined the main theories without specific case studies.
As seções abstratas do artigo de pesquisa delinearam as principais teorias sem estudos de caso específicos.
2. Portions of a text or document dealing with conceptual, non-representational, or theoretical content
The philosophy textbook's abstract sections were difficult to understand without prior knowledge.
As seções abstratas do livro de filosofia eram difíceis de entender sem conhecimento prévio.
3. In academic writing, the introductory sections that summarize research findings, methodologies, or theoretical frameworks
Students should focus on the abstract sections first to grasp the paper's main argument.
Os alunos devem focar nas seções abstratas primeiro para compreender o argumento principal do artigo.
This term is predominantly used in academic and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities, 'seções abstratas' is standard terminology when discussing academic papers, theses, and research documentation. The concept reflects the importance of summarizing complex ideas in scholarly work, which is valued across both cultures' educational systems.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
theoretical sectionsconceptual partssummary sectionsoverview sections
Antonyms / Antônimos
concrete sectionsempirical sectionsdetailed sectionscase study sections

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seções abstratas
Standard term used in academic and scientific writing
São Paulo
seções abstratas
Commonly used in universities and research institutions
Portugal
secções abstratas
European Portuguese spelling with 'c' instead of 's'
General American
abstract sections
Standard academic terminology in English-speaking institutions

Related Words

abstractsummaryintroductionthesis statementliterature reviewmethodology

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the abstract
abstract thinking
abstract concept
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