Crux and Theme

Crux

Crux noun - The central part or aspect of something under consideration.

Usage example: the crux of the problem is that the school's current budget is totally inadequate

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Theme and crux are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Theme" instead a noun "Crux".

Theme noun - A major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition).

Usage example: this dance piece deals with the timeless themes of birth and death

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Crux and theme are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Crux" instead a noun "Theme".

Nearby Word: thematic

entire	entire crux	entire theme
real	real crux	real theme
main	main crux	main theme
major	major crux	major theme
Other adjectives: general, primary.

Commentary on the theme is also the crux of her "Electra Heart" persona.

Source: Music / Marina & the Diamonds

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