1. the main subject or topic of a piece of writing, speech, or artistic work
2. an underlying message or central idea in a literary work
3. a melody that forms the basis of a musical composition
Usage: music

Examples

• The theme of the novel is the struggle between good and evil.
• Love and loss are common themes in poetry.
• The composer developed the main theme throughout the symphony.
• They decorated the party with a tropical theme.
• The teacher asked students to identify the theme of the short story.
• The restaurant has a 1950s diner theme.
• Environmental protection was the central theme of her speech.