Synonyms of subject matter

subject matter

noun

as in topic

the information or ideas that are discussed or dealt with in a book, movie, etc.; what something is about

I found the film's subject matter to be quite disturbing.

The magazine's editors care more about style than about subject matter.

She disapproves of the artist's choice of subject matter.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• topic
• content
• theme
• subject
• motif
• motive
• purpose
• matter
• idea
• substance
• question
• talking point
• problem
• issue
• consideration
• count
• basis
• essence
• body
• fundamental
• point
• bulk
• heart
• burden
• core
• argument
• nucleus
• sum
• kernel
• main
• mass
• staple
• net
• generality
• essential
• pivot
• crux
• gist
• marrow
• centerpiece
• purport
• debate
• nub
• bottom
• pith
• quick
• grist
• keynote
• nubbin
• affair
• essentiality

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• aside
• tangent
• excursion
• parenthesis
• digression
• interjection

Examples of subject matter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Though most of its subject matter is dark, the Softies move smoothly and quietly; as ever, the duo’s minimalist approach to indie-pop best fit for a long solo walk in the park. —Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 9 Sep. 2024

Meanwhile, alternative rock bands such as the Smiths, R.E.M. and the Cure gained a devoted following by turning the subject matter inward and offering a melodic sound tinged with new possibilities. —Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Sep. 2024

There’s no denying the seriousness of the subject matter at hand, as well as the need to address it wholistically, but when message overpowers all else in storytelling, a strange breed of overtly ideological moviemaking emerges: expensive public service announcements masquerading as art. —Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 30 Aug. 2024

The site features tutoring in a range of subject matters including animation, the math SATs and Spanish. —Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2024