theme
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/θiːm/
central subject
Etymology
Etymology Information
'theme' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'thema,' where 'thema' meant 'a proposition or subject.'
Historical Evolution
'thema' transformed into the Latin word 'thema,' and eventually became the modern English word 'theme' through Old French.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a subject or proposition,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a subject or topic.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a subject or topic on which a person writes or speaks.
The theme of the conference was climate change.
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Noun 2
a recurring idea or motif in a work of art or literature.
The theme of love is prevalent in Shakespeare's plays.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39