Topicality
(noun)
The state or quality of being topical; relevance to the present or current affairs.
Origin:
The word "topicality" is derived from the word "topic" which comes from the greek word "topos" meaning place or subject. it has been used since the 18th century.
Examples:
- The topicality of the issue made it a hot topic in the news.
- The speech was full of topicality as it dealt with current events.
- The novel had a high degree of topicality as it dealt with contemporary issues.
- The topicality of the play made it a hit among audiences.
- The topicality of the topic made it a popular subject for discussion.