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NOUNS

An abstract noun is a noun that you cannot sense, it is the name we give to an emotion, ideal or idea. They have no physical existence, you can't see, hear, touch, smell or taste them. The opposite of an abstract noun is a concrete noun. A concrete noun is the name of something or someone that we experience through our senses, sight, hearing, smell, touch or taste. Most nouns are concrete nouns.

For example:Justice; an idea, bravery and happiness are all abstract nouns. Here is an a-z list of some common abstract nouns:-

adoration belief calm dexterity ego failure happiness idea joy law maturity omen peace

artistry bravery charity childhood comfort compassion

faith hate impression

feelings honesty infatuation

friendship hope

liberty memory

love

loyalty

pride

principle

power

redemption romance sadness talent wit sensitivity thrill skill truth sleep success sympathy

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