1
: of, relating to, or made with a single color or hue
2
: involving or producing visual images in a single color or in varying tones of a single color (such as gray)
monochrome film
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Adjective
an artist who produces monochrome pencil drawings
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Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
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Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026
The British royal family member went green in a mostly monochrome sartorial statement with warm tones of gold to accentuate her attire.
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Noun
Understated washrooms can look to options like dual-tone grey or monochrome blue for a pop of color, while maximalists can flock to more experimental combos like mustard yellow and bronze to really peacock.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Her hair, styled by Vernon François, was partially covered by a bandana, which fit in with her monochrome look.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
If an all-black ensemble feels too boring, just switch it to another color—but keep it monochrome.
—Katherine J Igoe, InStyle, 4 Jan. 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
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“Monochrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monochrome. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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