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topic

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈtɒpɪk/

KK: /ˈtɑpɪk/

noun
Definition

A subject or idea that is discussed or written about.


Example

The main topic of the meeting was how to improve sales.


Conversation
Sloth A
What do you think we should discuss for our project meeting?
Sloth B
I believe we should choose a topic that interests everyone.
Sloth A
That's a good idea! Maybe we could focus on environmental issues as our topic.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It’s a relevant subject and has so much to explore.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
subject
theme
matter
Antonyms
digression
aside
irrelevance
Root Explanation

Topic → It is derived from the Greek word "topos" (meaning place). The word "topic" refers to a subject or a place of discussion or conversation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'topos' meaning 'place' to remember that a 'topic' is a subject or place of discussion.

Visually Confused Words
tropic
atopic
trophic
tropeic
metopic
entopic
ectopic
atropic
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