Sense and Theme

Sense

Sense noun - The idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action.

Usage example: got the general sense of the poem

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Theme and sense are semantically related. in meaning topic. In some cases you can use "Theme" instead a noun "Sense".

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

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

Nearby Word: thematic

similar	similar sense	similar theme
normal	normal sense	normal theme
usual	usual sense	usual theme
complete	complete sense	complete theme
Other adjectives: certain, original, strong, actual, real, dark, new, unique, general, classic, basic, different.

Flash Gordon is definitely very silly in concept but the characters in universe, the performance of the actors and the theme/sense of despotism is very serious.

Source: Sliding Scale of Silliness Versus Seriousness
The lyrics to the theme song used in the beginning of the later chapters of Ed, Edd, 'n Pony constitute a Suspiciously Similar Song to the opening theme song of My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic — which makes sense, since that's one of the works used.

Source: Expository Theme Tune / Fan Works
Instead of say, unlocking Wario, which, considering the theme of the game, would make some degree of sense.

Source: Cosmetic Award

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