Motley (adjective)

  1. Composed of variously colored parts or elements; multicolored.
  2. Composed of diverse elements; heterogeneous.
  3. Wearing or made of motley; dressed in multicolored clothing.

Origin:

From the old english word "motlēoge" meaning "multicolored" or "variegated".

Examples:

  1. The crowd was a motley assortment of people from all walks of life.
  2. The motley group of protesters were unified in their cause.
  3. The motley crew of sailors set sail on their adventure.
  4. The motley colored leaves in the fall were beautiful.
  5. The motley collection of knick-knacks in the store was overwhelming.
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