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What is meant by abstract noun?give some examples.
Abstract Noun

Abstract nouns are the opposite of concrete nouns – nouns that refer to objects you can experience with your five senses.  Abstract nouns are intangible.  They can identify concepts, experiences, ideas, qualities, and feeling.

Examples of Abstract Nouns:

In some cases, it’s a little difficult to recognize when a noun is abstract. Some nouns can function as verbs and abstract nouns are no exception.

For example, see how the word “fear” is used in the following two sentences.

I fear the night.  (In this sentence, fear shows action so it’s a verb.)

The night was shrouded in fear.  (In this sentence, fear is an abstract noun because you can’t physically touch, feel, hear, taste, smell, or see it.)
List of Abstract Nouns

Below is a list of common abstract nouns.

Love
Anger
Hate
Peace
Loyalty
Integrity
Pride
Courage
Deceit
Honesty
Trust
Compassion
Bravery
Misery
Childhood
Knowledge
Patriotism
Friendship
Brilliance
Truth
Charity
Justice
Faith
Kindness
Pleasure
Liberty
Freedom
Delight
Despair
Hope
Awe
Calm
Joy
Reality
Wisdom


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