THEMES Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

themes

noun

plural of theme

as in topics

a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition) this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death

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a short piece of writing done as a school exercise please write a one page theme on the main character of this book

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a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view the magazine will award a scholarship to the student who writes the best theme on the concept of personal freedom

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Recent Examples of themes Here’s a look at the most important details and themes from the cutdown to 53. — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 This seamless blend of Lego bricks and themes is just perfect, without making a mockery of the wider idea. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Director Ivan Uryvskyi is candid about how the play recasts the ancient poem’s themes of return and those trapped in exile and captivity. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026 The cyberpunk classic melds timeless eye candy with themes of mortality and identity. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 The Jacob Elordi-starring and Ridley Scott-directed The Dog Stars adapation of Peter Heller’s novel features a soundtrack that fits the folk and rock themes and tones of the movie. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026 Looking ahead to the third quarter CNBC Family Office Portfolio Tracker, Poirier said the big themes to watch will be in interest rates and bonds. — Robert Frank, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 Benjamin said the group's songs touch on social justice, mental health, and politics to name a few themes. — Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026 Among all the meaningful themes, past and present, one small exchange will stick with me longest. — David Pollak, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026

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Noun

On the first night of training camp, the Rams’ defensive line coach sat down with each of his charges individually and, among other topics, talked about Aaron Donald.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Brendel Clark writes about real estate and other topics for the Detroit Free Press.

— Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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Noun

If Pangram’s tools are accurate, 260 out of 310 people who published guest articles in the NYT, WSJ, and Washington Post did it entirely with their own brains (or perhaps the brains of an underling).

— Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Using real researchers’ names The AI company’s review of the Burke Institute’s articles found 34 of 36 were real academic articles misattributed to other authors.

— Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Dolly Parton's mass appeal, which transcends cultural, political and generational lines, is so intriguing that piles of books, essays, podcasts, TV shows and other media aim to get to the bottom of it.

— Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 27 Aug. 2026
This is part of a series of essays drawn from the Georgetown Global Dialogues, an ongoing program convening writers and intellectuals, many from the Global South, to discuss ways of confronting our current political crises.

— Pankaj Mishra, The New York Review of Books, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of essays

Noun

Repetitive motifs in various shapes were her trademark, resembling netting, swirls or worms, but most often dots, dancing proudly on her canvases or as sparkling balls or dots of light in her installations in all their vibrant, psychedelic glory.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
Her looks often incorporated classic country motifs like cowboy hats or bell-bottom jeans, though usually made Dolly-appropriate with a healthy helping of sparkles and vibrant hues.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026

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On Thursday, Pittman stated that personnel matters of public agencies, such as local school districts, do not rise to the level of federal judicial review.

— Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2026
How to use a bidet correctly Technique matters because every part of the process involves delicate tissue and bacteria.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of matters

Noun

Every voter was also asked the same four questions off the ballot — their biggest snub, the most overspent FYC campaign, the network or streamer having the best season and the one win that would actually move the business.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
At this point in the draft, every RB has questions, but volume remains king, and Harvey could be in a frustrating battle for touches all season.

— Jonathan Rubin, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026

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