Meaning
Meaning noun - The idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action.
Usage example: the unmistakable meaning of the skier's upraised arms as he finished his spectacular run
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Synonyms for Meaning
Theme and meaning are semantically related in essence topic. In some cases you can use "Theme" instead a noun "Meaning".
Theme
Theme noun - A major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition).
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Synonyms for Theme
Meaning and theme are semantically related in significance topic. Sometimes you can use "Meaning" instead a noun "Theme", if it concerns topics such as essence.
Nearby Word: thematic
Mutual synonyms
How words are described
| old | old meaning | old theme |
| full | full meaning | full theme |
| special | special meaning | special theme |
| particular | particular meaning | particular theme |
| Other adjectives: similar, usual, common, specific, certain, original, obvious, actual, real, new, general, secondary, primary, basic, different, overall, underlying. | ||
Both words in one sentence
- And if you have a profound knowledge of some Japanese words, the chairlift names also reflect the theme: the Zendo lift is named for a word meaning "meditation hall," while the Kensho SuperChair is Japanese for "seeing nature" or "seeing essence".
Source: Theme Naming - A supporting character, Itsuki, has a name that follows the theme as well (meaning "flowering tree"), but this is because she becomes the Sixth Ranger.
Source: Floral Theme Naming -
Theme Twin Naming: Netaro and Nejiro, taro meaning "first son" and jiro meaning "second son".
Source: Video Game / Telefang
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