Vocabulary Entry

motif

|noun • verb

noun

A recurring theme or element in a work of art, literature, or music.

Example Sentences

"The motif of love is prevalent throughout the novel."

"Her paintings often feature a floral motif."

"The director used a dark motif to convey the seriousness of the topic."

verb

Example Sentences

"The artist motifs her designs with inspiration from nature."

"We need to motif the presentation to make it more engaging."

"He motifs his writing to reflect his personal experiences."