Example Sentences
"The color red appears as a motif throughout the novel."
"Motifs help develop and reinforce themes."
Synonyms & Related Terms
Quick Check
Which best describes the meaning of motif?
Study Tips
To remember motif, try writing it in a sentence of your own. Connect it to something you already know about english language arts.
Use it in conversation today — saying a word aloud three times helps lock it into long-term memory.