topic

noun

ˈtä-pik How to pronounce topic (audio)
Definition of topicnext
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 Participants in the poll ranked the economy as the most important issue facing the country during the midterm election, ahead of topics like the state of democracy and immigration. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026 This isn’t the first time Ripa and Consuelos have poked fun at a discussion topic on their show. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026 Last fall, regents named former GOP lawmakers as chancellors of Texas Tech University, Texas A&M University and the University of Texas systems, which all passed limits on teaching about race and gender or controversial topics. — Samantha Ketterer, Austin American Statesman, 4 Nov. 2026 During a Tuesday appearance on the Inside of You podcast with Michael Rosenbaum, the topic of drinking came up. — Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for topic
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  1. theme
  2. matter
  3. subject
  4. question
  5. motif
Noun
  • This androgynous, liminal realm is the soil from which all of Great Jobs’s tracks blossom, variations on a theme that’s equal parts introspective and exploratory.
    — Lisle Younger, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Now, meet the brand’s mask, which takes a three-pronged approach to hydration using high-tech ingredients with another marine theme.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of theme
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  • Citizens who had identification issues have until Tuesday to address those matters in person at their local elections office.
    — BILL BARROW, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Each bed also includes a lifetime warranty, so feel free to shift your focus to more pressing matters, like how to style your Thanksgiving tablescape.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of matter
Noun
  • Qiu is still developing his next project and has yet to settle on its subject or medium.
    — Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 1 Nov. 2026
  • On the subject of boosters, the internet said, the sooner the better.
    — Téa Obreht, New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of subject
Noun
  • Last April, a lead national security prosecutor in the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan was replaced on the team after raising questions about the strength of the case.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
  • The mission’s classified status leaves several technical questions unanswered.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of question
Noun
  • Simple designs feature seasonal color themes or basic designs, while more ornate doormats feature intricate motifs or novelty shapes.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Designed from scratch, the NHL and Fanatics aimed to get details like local landmarks, motifs and culture more involved when creating the jerseys for each team.
    — Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of motif

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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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