subject

topic

1. B1Countable

   The topic or matter that is being discussed, considered, or studied.

   • The subject of our discussion today is climate change.

   • The film's subject explores the impact of technology on society.

   • We need more research and analysis on this subject.

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study

1. A1Countable

   A specific area of knowledge studied at a school, college, or university.

   • Her subject of study in college is biochemistry.

   • My favorite subjects are literature and art.

   • You need a degree in a relevant subject to apply for this job.

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theme

1. C2Countable

   The main topic, theme, or focus of a book, article, painting, or other creative work.

   • The subject of this novel is about loss and redemption.

   • The subject of the painting depicts a serene countryside scene.

   • The subject of the article explores the issue of social inequality.

grammar

1. B1Countablelanguagespecialized

   The noun or pronoun that performs the action of a verb, or is described by a verb.

   • In the sentence 'The cat is sleeping,' 'cat' is the subject.

   • In the sentence 'They ran very fast', 'They' is the subject.

citizen

1. Countable

   A person who is under the rule of a monarch or government; a citizen of a country.

   • As a subject of this country, he has a duty to obey the law.

   • All subjects should have equal rights.

1. Transitive

   To bring a person or country under one’s control, often by force or authority.

   • During the colonial era, the people of many countries were subjected to foreign rule.

   • The dictator tried to subject all those who opposed him to his power by force.

   • She did not like that her employees were always subjected to strict rules.

control

1. Before noun

   Under the political control or authority of another country or power.

   • The people in this region have long been a subject population.

   • These subject territories eventually gained their independence.