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The class discussed a topical issue from the news.
What does Topical mean?
related to a topic or used on the skin surface.
Dictionary definition
Topical describes something related to a current subject, a specific topic, or treatment placed on the surface of the skin.
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Topical in a sentence
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The article was topical because it connected to our science unit.
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The label explained that the cream was topical, meaning it should be used on the skin.
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Practice 1
What does topical mean?
Topical can mean connected to a subject or applied to the skin surface.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for topical?
Unrelated is a contrast because topical means connected to the subject.
Practice 3
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: The article was ____ because it matched our debate topic.
Topical best completes the sentence.
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WordTopical.
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MeaningTopical means related to a topic or used on the skin surface.
ExampleExample: The class discussed a topical issue from the news.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- top · ih · kul
- Strongest beat
- top
- Ending
- kul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on top.
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Synonyms
Words like Topical
currentRelated to what is happening now.
topic-relatedConnected to a subject being discussed.
surface-appliedUsed on the outside surface, especially skin.
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Word family
Topical word family
Base word
topical
adjective
topical
Related to a topic or used on a surface.
adverb
topically
In a topical way.
noun
topic
A subject being discussed or studied.
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