topic

noun

ˈtä-pik How to pronounce topic (audio)
Definition of topicnext
as in theme
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition) the topic of his poem is the love that is shown in quiet actions rather than expressed in words

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Recent Examples of topic Religion is the topic most likely to cause offense in India today, though the code is ambiguous on this point too. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025 According to one Senate Republican, the mood of the GOP conference on the topic was anything but over-joyous heading into Wednesday’s big announcement. — Al Weaver, The Hill, 3 Apr. 2025 Given the current measles outbreak in Texas — as of April 1, there were 422 cases and 42 patients were hospitalized — The Pitt on Max couldn’t be blamed for jumping on a very relevant topic in the drama’s first year. — Lynette Rice, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2025 Basic training in granular but powerful topics like these can make a big difference. — Arturo Garcia, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for topic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
  1. theme
  2. matter
  3. subject
  4. question
  5. motif
Noun
  • The 24-year-old Pages’ base-running woes have emerged as a troubling theme for much of his brief time in the majors and this time cost the Dodgers a chance for Mookie Betts to hit with runners on.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Adolescence could not have picked three themes more central to the zeitgeist - and more global in their reach.
    — Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of theme
Noun
  • The photo suggests that interstellar 'scraps' of matter are being strewn into space as the hungry black hole chows down on its dinner.
    — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Without this accompaniment, there's a risk of getting stuck in superficial layers of reflection without getting to the real bottom of the matter.
    — Veronica Angela, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of matter
Noun
  • Other books clearly deal with subjects that have been stridently targeted by the Trump administration, including gender identity, sexuality and transgender issues.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Bachardy is the rare portrait painter who’s been the subject of three documentaries, including The Eyes of Don Bachardy and Face to Face: Don Bachardy, a forthcoming feature by Mascara.
    — Michael Slenske, HollywoodReporter, 5 Apr. 2025
Definition of subject
Noun
  • Soon after their engagement, questions surfaced surrounding a prenuptial agreement.
    — Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Ask our service journalism team your top-of-mind questions in the module below or email servicejournalists@sacbee.com. CORRECTION: An earlier version of this story incorrectly said that the Light rail goes through West Sacramento.
    — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of question
Noun
  • And with so many jungle motifs to play with, there’s lots to explore.
    — Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Mirador de la Flor, which translates to Lookout of the Flower, features a motif of white roses and a life-size bronze statue of the singer leaning against a center pillar, looking over the Corpus Christi Bay.
    — Jacqueline Weiss, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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