Meaning & use
themed
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“themed” is a form of “theme”. See that entry for the full set of meanings.
Meaning
adjectivebefore a noun
Organized around a particular subject, style, or idea.
Grammar: Used before a noun: a themed party, themed rooms.
Patterns
- themed party
- themed restaurant
- themed event
They threw a pirate-themed birthday party for their son.
The hotel has several themed rooms, including a jungle room.
The festival is themed around environmental protection.
Common combinations
- themed party
- Everyone wore costumes to the themed party.
- themed restaurant
- We ate at a themed restaurant where the waiters sing.
- themed room
- The themed room was decorated like a spaceship.
- themed event
- The charity organized a themed event to raise money.
Synonyms and how they differ
- thematic
- More formal and often used for ideas in art or literature, not for parties or restaurants.
Word family
Commonly confused: themed or thematic?
themed vs thematic
Thematic is used for themes in a serious or academic way; themed is used for decorations or events based on a theme.
Practice
The children loved the dinosaur-______ party.
Choose one answer.
Themed is the adjective used before nouns for parties and events. Thematic is too formal and academic for a children's party.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “themed”, then check it and compare it with the examples above.