topical
Pronunciation
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Positive |
Comparative |
Superlative |
- If something is topical, it is related to the things that are happening now or a particular subject.
- Synonyms: current, relevant and contemporary
- Antonyms: irrelevant and outdated
- The news covered several topical issues including the environment and politics.
- The discussion was very topical, focusing on the latest technological advancements.
- Her speech was filled with topical references that everyone found interesting.
- (medicine) A topical medicine is put on a part of the body.
- The doctor prescribed a topical cream for the rash.
- The medication is topical, not oral.