Motif synonyms

mō-tēf'

A design, motif or decoration, especially formed from regular repeated elements. [from 16th c.]

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main feature

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ornamentation (related)

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theme (related)

A topic of discourse or discussion.

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A reasoned purpose; an intent:

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Subject; theme; a category or general area of interest.

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A melodic passage or phrase, especially in Wagnerian opera, associated with a specific character, situation, or element.

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A decorative design, figure, or pattern, as one used in embroidery.

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An illustration; diagram; picture; drawing

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part (related)

(US) The dividing line formed by combing the hair in different directions. ^syn.^transl.

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symbol (related)

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fragment (related)

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A citizen in a monarchy.

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A motif in art, literature, or music.

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symbolism (related)

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stylise (related)

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sequence (related)

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glyph (related)

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palmette (related)

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Find another word for motif. In this page you can discover 19 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for motif, like: pattern, main feature, ornamentation, theme, design, topic, leitmotif, device, figure, part and symbol.