rheme

/riːm/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used in logic to refer to a property or attribute of a subject, often used in contrast to a ‘theme’, which refers to the subject itself.

“The philosopher’s argument focused on the difference between a theme and a rheme in her discussion of abstract concepts.”

Synonyms

  • attribute
  • predicate

Antonyms

  • subject
  • theme