Meaning of the word motley in English
What does motley mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
motley
US /ˈmɑːt.li/
UK /ˈmɒt.li/
Adjective
1.
incongruously varied in appearance or character; disparate
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The circus featured a motley crew of performers, including clowns, acrobats, and magicians.
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The committee was a motley collection of academics, business leaders, and community activists.
2.
consisting of a mixture of different colors
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The clown wore a motley costume with patches of red, blue, and yellow.
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The artist used a motley palette of colors to create the abstract painting.
Noun
a jester's costume of many colors
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The court jester wore a traditional motley, entertaining the king with his antics.
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His performance was a true motley of comedic and dramatic elements.