topical

Adjective

Positive
topical

If something is topical, it is related to the things that are happening now or a particular subject.
- Synonyms: current, relevant and contemporary
- Antonyms: irrelevant and outdated
The news covered several topical issues including the environment and politics.

The discussion was very topical, focusing on the latest technological advancements.

Her speech was filled with topical references that everyone found interesting.
(medicine) A topical medicine is put on a part of the body.
The doctor prescribed a topical cream for the rash.

The medication is topical, not oral.