motley
3 antonyms for motley — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Made up of a wildly varied, often mismatched, mix of elements or people.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Made up of a wildly varied, often mismatched, mix of elements or people.
“A motley crew of volunteers showed up to help clean the beach.”
mixture
assortment
potpourri
smorgasbord
variety
mixed bag
miscellany
salmagundi
miscellanea
assorted
calico
miscellaneous
Opposites
2. noun
The multicoloured clothing traditionally worn by a jester.
“The court fool appeared in his motley, ready to entertain the king.”
Antonyms
How to use motley
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
motley crew
motley collection
motley assortment
Etymology
From Middle English motle, related to Old English mot ("speck") — the same root that gives us mottle.
Full origin of motley →Frequently asked questions
What does “motley” mean?
The word “motley” means made up of a wildly varied, often mismatched, mix of elements or people. In plain terms, a mixed, varied group or pattern, often used for an odd assortment of people or things.
How do you pronounce “motley”?
“Motley” is pronounced MOT-lee (/ˈmɑtli/ in IPA).
How do you use “motley” in a sentence?
Here is “motley” used in a sentence: “A motley crew of volunteers showed up to help clean the beach.”
What part of speech is “motley”?
Depending on how it is used, “motley” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “motley” come from?
The word “motley” comes from Old English. From Middle English motle, related to Old English mot ("speck") — the same root that gives us mottle.
How many meanings does “motley” have?
“Motley” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: made up of a wildly varied, often mismatched, mix of elements or people.
