Subject matter

/sˈʌbdʒɛkt mˈatə/

/sˈʌbdʒɛkt mˈæɾɚ/

[noun]

Subject matter

[NOUN]

the theme or topic that a work of art, speech, etc. contains

synonyms : content

message

substance

Examples

1. The subject matter often tears at my heart and keeps me up at night.

2. To modern ears, geology is dry as dust, its subject matter lifeless in every sense.

3. Even though she was nervous, Emily talked like a book during her presentation, showcasing her thorough understanding of the subject matter.

4. The student who is not afraid to ask questions and challenge assumptions is more likely to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter, as doubt is often the beginning of wisdom.