Entry Word: monotony

Function: noun

Meaning: a tedious lack of variety <the monotony of the cafeteria's selections was almost as bad as the quality>

Synonyms monotonousness, sameness

Related Words uniformity; boredom, dullness (also dulness), ennui, restlessness, tediousness, tedium, tiresomeness, weariness, wearisomeness

Near Antonyms diversity, multiplicity, variety; variability, variation; absorption, engagement, engrossment, enthrallment, fascination, grip, interest, intrigue; animation, excitement, invigoration, stimulation