What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mott
Example
There was a mott on the wall that needed to be painted over. [mott: noun]
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The painting had a mott of red in the corner that added depth to the overall composition. [mott: noun]
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The fabric was covered in tiny motts of different colors. [motts: plural noun]
fragment
Example
The archaeologist found a fragment of pottery from an ancient civilization. [fragment: noun]
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The author read a fragment of her novel at the book launch. [fragment: noun]
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I only caught a fragment of the conversation, so I'm not sure what they were talking about. [fragment: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fragment is more commonly used than mott in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts. Mott is less common and more specific, often used in the context of visual appearance or aesthetics.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mott and fragment?
Both mott and fragment are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
