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 The ongoing, high-profile trial has thrust the topic of maternal mental health—and postpartum psychosis in particular—into the national spotlight. — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 31 July 2026 Migration remains a controversial topic in Europe, especially with the rise of right-wing political forces in some member states of the European Union. — Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 31 July 2026 Back on the topic of DC, not everyone was as blunt as John about the studio’s future. — Jack Dunn, Variety, 30 July 2026 While Underdog is currently focused on sports, IG Group’s sale announcement said Underdog could eventually expand its wagering menu to include topics like election betting and betting on cryptocurrency price movements. — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for topic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topic
  1. theme
  2. matter
  3. subject
  4. question
  5. motif
Noun
  • The underlying theme here is that as AI implementation becomes more widespread, and as the technology keeps getting better, transparency, trust, and credibility are of the utmost importance.
    — Rachel Wells, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The theme here is Chicago’s elite defense and the organization’s confidence in its ability to look beyond the surface-level statistics.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of theme
Noun
  • Multiple people familiar with the matter said the crown prince raised concerns about plans for potential strikes on Iran during the call.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Fischer studies cultural anthropology, specializing in matters of economics and moralities.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of matter
Noun
  • Pick one subject completely unrelated to your job and go deep on it for seven days—architecture, sailing, birdwatching, negotiation, astronomy, anything.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • In each, though, Withers played a riff on masculinity, and while the films took different approaches to the subject, both cast him as a football star with a complicated relationship to the sport.
    — Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of subject
Noun
  • O’Donnell and Hasselbeck again publicly sparred over social media after the former replied to a question about their 2007 clash on the Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel podcast.
    — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The real questions are why the ideology took hold after 1970 and whether current conditions will foster it--or exterminate it.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of question
Noun
  • The actress continued the metallic silver color motif with strappy sandals by Jimmy Choo.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
  • The influence and emblem of basketball was everywhere, whether through stitched motifs, graphic details, or the written across letterman jackets, cargo pants, and t-shirts.
    — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of motif

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“Topic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topic. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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