MONOCHROME Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of monochrome

as in solid

having or consisting of a single color an artist who produces monochrome pencil drawings

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Recent Examples of monochrome

Adjective

Though Moore's outfit was totally monochrome, the ensemble was anything but simple. — Emma Banks, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026 The British royal family member went green in a mostly monochrome sartorial statement with warm tones of gold to accentuate her attire. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2025

Noun

While stepping out in Paris with daughter Zahara last year, the actress paired her monochrome black outfit with a spacious tote. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026 The package depicts the usual impenetrable forest of the GAS packaging in stark, thorny monochrome. — Daniel Bromfield, Pitchfork, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for monochrome

Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochrome

Adjective

Randy Dobnak impresses again While Collins led the way offensively, the Royals got a solid effort from right-handed starting pitcher Randy Dobnak.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
In Galecki’s family room, the largest pieces are solid colors, including a blue velvet sofa, a yellow chair and a brown leather chair.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

Definition of solid

Adjective

An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.

— Pam McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2023
The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.

— Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2013

Definition of self

Noun

The collection also offers a ringer tee, pocket tee and garden tote with an all-over Levi’s x Sky High Farm Goods print.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
After appearing on the spring-summer 2026 runways at Khaite, Tory Burch, and Altuzarra, this season’s reboot is all about modern silhouettes and fresh styling tricks that make the print feel exciting again.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 21 July 2026

Definition of print

Adjective

Use light, monochromatic colors like white, soft green, or pale blue to make a small bathroom feel more open.

— Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 20 July 2026
Victoria and David Beckham brought power-couple style to the final, with Victoria in a monochromatic white look cinched by a brown belt and David dressed in a sharp suit.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 20 July 2026

Definition of monochromatic

Noun

At one point during the project, the participant asked Leniain to remove the photograph.

— Michael-Oliver Harding, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
The gift expands the museum’s holdings across six curatorial departments, including modern and contemporary art, African American art, American art, European sculpture and decorative arts, Native American art, and prints, drawings, and photographs.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of photograph

Noun

A couple of years ago, Xavi gifted the rest of his family necklaces that contained a photo of John for Christmas.

— Jay Harris, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Following her death, Brown, 22, shared a tribute to the late actress on her Instagram Stories alongside a black-and-white photo of Hottle holding up a toy version of King Kong.

— Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

Definition of photo

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