motiv — meaning in English

English meaning

• motif noun A recurring idea, image, or element that runs through a work of art, music, or literature.
• motive noun A reason that drives someone to act, especially in a suspicious or criminal context.
• reason noun A cause or explanation for something; the motive behind an action.

Senses

motiv is used for these senses in English:

• motif A decorative figure that is repeated in a design or pattern.
• reason An excuse: a thought or a consideration offered in support of a determination or an opinion; that which is offered or accepted as an explanation.

motif — full definition

1. noun A recurring idea, image, or element that runs through a work of art, music, or literature.
2. noun A repeated decorative shape or pattern used in design.

motive — full definition

1. noun A reason that drives someone to act, especially in a suspicious or criminal context.
2. adj Causing or producing movement.

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