Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subject
noun, verb
/ˈsəbˌdʒɛkt/
Definition
A subject is a person, thing, or idea that is being discussed, described, or dealt with.
Examples
- She chose history as her favorite subject in school.
- The subject of the debate was climate change.
- He subjects himself to rigorous training to improve his skills.
Meaning
In a general context, a subject refers to the main focus of attention or discussion, such as a topic in conversation, an area of study, or the person under consideration in a sentence or narrative.
Synonyms
- topic
- theme
- issue
- field
- discipline
