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Topic

Verb / ˈtɑ:pɪk / Another word for topic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a subject or theme of discussion, writing, or art

Synonyms & similar words

theme matter subject issue subject theme issue matter point question concern problem focus thesis argument text content material substance ideas thoughts notion concept

Synonyms by register

Formal

subject theme issue matter

Informal

thing stuff what it's about

Literary

province domain

Antonyms

detail specific minor point subtopic tangent

Common collocations

  • main topic
  • current topic
  • hot topic
  • topic of conversation
  • topic of discussion
  • topic sentence
  • broad topic
  • specific topic

Word family

noun topic
adjective topical

Usage note

While 'topic' is generally neutral, 'topical' as an adjective can sometimes imply something currently relevant or fashionable, which might carry a slightly different connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher asked us to write a paragraph about our favorite topic.
  2. My favorite topic to talk about is outer space.
  3. The news anchor discussed the topic of climate change during the broadcast.
  4. The author's book covers a variety of topics, including love and loss.
  5. We had a heated debate about the topic of gun control in class today.

Quotes

  • "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma Gandhi
  • "Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going." - Sam Levenson
  • "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

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