Synonyms of theme

theme

noun

ˈthēm 

1

as in topic

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

2

as in article

a short piece of writing done as a school exercise

please write a one page theme on the main character of this book

Synonyms & Similar Words

• article
• paper
• essay
• story
• composition

3

as in essay

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• article
• essay
• paper
• composition
• feature
• thesis
• editorial
• column
• dissertation
• treatise
• commentary
• report
• discussion
• discourse
• study
• review
• causerie
• exposition
• write-up
• tract
• prolegomenon

Examples of theme in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

When Pluto is in Capricorn — transiting this Cardinal sign since 2007 — the same energy reflects onto themes of authority, structure, discipline and long-term goals. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 Oct. 2024

Her story seemed to have all the essential Irish themes: romance, loss, longing, perseverance. —Saki Knafo, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2024

Infusing the dance hit with a more chill, indie, mid-tempo sound, the pair teamed up to give an entirely new feel to the lyrics, which revolve around themes of healing and overcoming self-destructive behavior. —Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024

For actor Park, there’s a second, deeply resonant international theme. —Kayti Burt, TIME, 11 Oct. 2024