topic

noun

top·​ic ˈtä-pik 

1

a

: the subject of a discourse or of a section of a discourse

b

: a heading in an outlined argument or exposition

2

a

: argument, reason

b

: one of the general forms of argument employed in probable reasoning

Synonyms of topic

• theme
• matter
• subject
• question
• motif

Examples of topic in a Sentence

He is comfortable discussing a wide range of topics.

topics such as health and fitness

Recent Examples on the Web

Family classes welcome children ages 9 to 15 alongside an accompanying adult and cover topics like French cuisine and pastries. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 24 June 2026

The deal set out expectations for the next phase of negotiations, which will confront more complex topics, including the fate of Iran's nuclear program. — Terry Collins, USA Today, 24 June 2026

The analysis reveals guidance for identifying symptoms, suggesting professional help, and handling sensitive topics like self-harm and disordered eating with caution and accurate resources. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Churchill’s role in the famine, which took place during the twilight of India’s rule by Great Britain, has long been a topic of debate among historians. — News Desk, Artforum, 23 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin Topica Topics (work by Aristotle), from Greek Topika, from topika, neuter plural of topikos of a place, of a topos, from topos place, topos

First Known Use

circa 1569, in the meaning defined at sense 2b

Phrases Containing topic

• sub-topic
• topic of discussion
• topic sentence

Rhymes for topic

• tropic
• adrenocorticotropic
• allotropic
• arthroscopic
• barotropic
• cystoscopic
• endoscopic
• gyroscopic
• hygroscopic
• isentropic
• isotopic
• isotropic

Kids Definition

topic

noun

top·​ic ˈtäp-ik 

1

: a heading in an outline of a subject or explanation

2

: the subject or a section of a subject (as of a speech or a report)