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Nouns that describe (name) an idea or concept are known as abstract or special nouns.

An abstract noun (special noun) is a noun that refers to a quality, idea or emotion. These nouns are considered special because you cannot touch, taste, see, hear or smell them like other nouns, e.g. ice cream.

Examples of abract (special) nouns are:

friendship

freedom

fear

love

loyalty

idea

joy

sentiment

feeling

emotion

anxiety

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