topical

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to a particular subject; of or concerning a subject or theme.

  - "The news program focuses on topical issues."
  - "In her lecture, she discussed the topical issue of climate change."

• A matter of current public interest.

  - "The magazine covers the latest topical news."
  - "The political debate centered around the most topical issues."

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Antonyms

systemic

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Variants

List of all variants of topical that leads to same result
topical , topically

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'topicque', meaning 'subject matter' or 'theme'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'topical' comes from the Greek word 'topikos', meaning 'of a place' or 'local'.

2. In botany, 'topical' can refer to a plant that is native to a specific region or climate.

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Related Concepts

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1. contemporary: Refers to something that is relevant or current, often used interchangeably with 'topical'. However, 'contemporary' can also refer to something that is from the present, while 'topical' specifically refers to a subject or theme.

2. current events: Refers to recent news and developments, often considered to be topical.

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Culture

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The term 'topical' has been used extensively in various fields, including literature, art, and music. In literature, topical issues are often explored in essays, articles, and novels. In art, topical themes can be seen in paintings, sculptures, and installations. In music, topical songs address current events, social issues, and personal experiences.

How to Memorize "topical"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize the word 'topical', imagine a subject or theme that is currently relevant or of public interest.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize the word 'topical', associate it with the idea of something current or relevant.

3. mnemonics
   

   - One possible mnemonic for 'topical' is 'Tops' and 'Ical' standing for 'Top'ic and 'I's'sue.

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