revolutionary theme

[/ˌrevəˈluːʃəneri ˈθiːm/]
nounpl: revolutionary themes
tema revolucionário
1. A central subject, idea, or motif that advocates for radical social, political, or artistic change and challenges the status quo
The film explored revolutionary themes of equality and justice.
O filme explorou temas revolucionários de igualdade e justiça.
2. In art, literature, or music, a recurring artistic element that promotes transformative ideas or upheaval
The composer's latest symphony incorporates revolutionary themes that defy traditional musical conventions.
A sinfonia mais recente do compositor incorpora temas revolucionários que desafiam as convenções musicais tradicionais.
3. A principal concept in academic or political discourse centered on fundamental transformation
The conference addressed revolutionary themes in 20th-century history.
A conferência abordou temas revolucionários da história do século XX.
In Brazilian culture, revolutionary themes are deeply rooted in the country's history of social movements, military dictatorship (1964-1985), and contemporary activism. In the USA, particularly in NYC, revolutionary themes often reference movements for civil rights, labor rights, and artistic avant-garde expressions. The term carries weight in both academic and grassroots contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
radical themetransformative themesubversive themedisruptive themeprogressive theme
Antonyms / Antônimos
conservative themetraditional themeconventional themestatus quo theme

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
tema revolucionário
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
tema revolucionário
Common in cultural and artistic contexts
São Paulo
tema revolucionário
Frequently used in academic and political discourse
Portugal
tema revolucionário
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

revolutionradical changeuprisingsocial movementprotestmanifestoideology

Related Idioms & Phrases

spark a revolutionary theme
embrace revolutionary themes
challenge with revolutionary themes
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