1. In music and literature, a theme or motif that is broken down into smaller constituent parts or segments for development and variation
The composer used a subdivided theme to create intricate variations throughout the symphony.
O compositor usou um tema subdividido para criar variações intricadas ao longo da sinfonia.
2. A main subject or idea that is analytically divided into multiple components or subtopics for examination
The essay presented a subdivided theme that explored different aspects of climate change.
O ensaio apresentou um tema subdividido que explorava diferentes aspectos da mudança climática.