Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

motley

[mot-lee] / ˈmɒt li /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“What actually does work is a platform built by a motley crew of highly technical people,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

The musicians are part of a motley crew of public figures and aid groups descending on the island by air and sea this week with medicine, water, food, solar panels and other supplies.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

José María Zuloaga gathers a motley outfit of army irregulars—it includes released Native American prisoners and a sharpshooting nun—to pursue the captive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

History, by this model, offers motley warnings, reality-checks and sober inspirations for the work ahead in place of a master narrative.

From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026

If he crept back to Winterfell empty-handed, he might as well dress in motley henceforth and wear a pointed hat; the whole north would know him for a fool.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




Vocabulary lists containing motley


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "motley" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com