Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

recurrent theme

noun

/rɪˈkɜr.ənt θiːm/

Definition

A recurrent theme refers to an idea, motif, or concept that appears repeatedly throughout a piece of literature, artwork, or any form of creative expression.

Examples

In many novels, the recurrent theme of love and sacrifice drives the plot forward.
The artist often uses the recurrent theme of nature in his paintings to explore human emotion.
Chaos and order serve as a recurrent theme in the director’s films, highlighting the struggle between them.