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topical definition

topi·cal (täp′i kəl)

adjective

  1. of a particular place; local
  2. of, using, or arranged by topics, subjects, or headings
  3. having to do with topics of the day; of current or local interest topical allusions in literature
  4. Med. of or for a particular part of the body; esp., designating or by local application a topical remedy

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topical Synonyms

topical

modif.

  1. Local

    confined, limited, insular; see local 1, restricted.

  2. Current

    thematic, nominal, subjective; see modern 1.


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topical Usage Examples

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • make: Likewise the modern pursuit of justice in terms of revenge makes this book highly topical.

Modifies a noun

  • steroid: The flares then require topical steroid to bring them back under control.

Modifying Another Word

  • highly: An emotive family drama with a highly topical approach.

Used with adjective complement

  • remain: A tight recording schedule ensured the jokes remained fiercely topical.
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