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Definition of subtopic

subtopic

/ˈsʌbˌtɑː.pɪk/
sub · top · ic
Plural:subtopics
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Adjective:subtopical
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• noun

1

A topic or subject that forms a smaller, subordinate part of a broader main topic in a discussion, lecture, or written work.

Example

"The professor divided the main lecture on climate change into several smaller subtopics, including ocean acidification and deforestation."

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• Nearby Words

subtle
subtlety
subtly
subtopic
subtotal
subtract
subtraction

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Subtopic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/subtopic
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