English · Arts & Literature
theme
/θiːm/
[/θiːm/]
central idea
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The central idea or message explored in a story, poem, or work of art.
Example
The main theme of the novel is how friendship can survive even the harshest of times.
The main theme of the novel is how friendship can survive even the harshest of times.
Etymology
From Greek 'thema' (something set down, a proposition), via Latin 'thema'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in literature, music, and design for a unifying idea.