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theme-essay
/θiːm/
[/θiːm/]
a central idea in a text
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A theme is a central idea or message that runs through a story or essay. Students explore themes when they study literature.
Example
Loneliness is a major theme in the novel.
Loneliness is a major theme in the novel.
Etymology
From Greek 'thema' meaning something laid down.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in literature study for central ideas in texts.