TOPIC Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

topic

noun

ˈtä-pik

Definition of topic

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 Sustainable cooking and cleaning products, more natural, nontoxic children’s toys, and clothing with less plastic and heavy metals are all hot topics. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026 Circuit splits are when federal appeals courts rule differently on the same topic. — Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026 Data centers have gone from a niche policy issue to one of the most controversial topics of the midterm elections. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2026 When the topic finally made its way onto a full council agenda for discussion, support had waned. — Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for topic

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Noun

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

Definition of theme

Noun

Conduct a Soil Test Taking samples of the soil from several places in the lawn will provide information about soil acidity (pH), nutrient levels, and organic matter content.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026
From obscurity to the top of the football world, all in the matter of a few days.

— Sam McDowell August 29, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of matter

Noun

As designers and artists alike will attest, a picture frame recontextualizes its subject.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 25 Aug. 2026
Blackbox soon established that the complainant did not wish to participate, and alleges that 5 was aware of the individual’s reluctance to be the subject of a series based on their experience.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of subject

Noun

As Kevin Warsh thinks more hawkishly than expected in Washington, the answers to many of his questions may be in Seoul.

— William Pesek, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Although not quite as polished on the racial politics front, Lanterns’s third episode is no less intriguing, as an hour of television dedicated not only to answering pressing questions but fleshing out its lead character in disturbing ways.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of question

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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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