monochromatic

adjective

mono·​chro·​mat·​ic ˌmä-nə-krō-ˈma-tik 

1

a

: having or consisting of one color or hue

a monochromatic winter scene

b

: monochrome sense 2

monochromatic photographs

2

: consisting of radiation of a single wavelength (see wavelength sense 1) or of a very small range of wavelengths

3

: of, relating to, or exhibiting monochromatism

4

: lacking variety, creativity, or excitement : colorless

monochromatically

ˌmä-nə-krō-ˈma-ti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

monochromaticity

ˌmä-nə-ˌkrō-mə-ˈti-sə-tē 

noun

Synonyms

• monochrome
• monochromic
• self
• self-colored
• solid

Examples of monochromatic in a Sentence

It's a monochromatic room with a blue rug and blue furniture.

although marble and bronze sculptures are monochromatic, they can be amazingly lifelike

Recent Examples on the Web

The model has been teasing a Rhode blush launch for weeks, and her new monochromatic look — nails included — is poised to be a major beauty trend this spring. —Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024

Skechers Street Uno Stand on Air Sneaker Skechers’ Street Uno Stand on Air style is your everyday chunky white sneaker with a timeless silhouette, monochromatic color, and one-inch wedge heel with a bouncy midsole. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2024

The whole family kept it monochromatic, with Kylie in a plunging patent black dress and nude illusion heels. —Sam Reed, Glamour, 22 Mar. 2024

Additionally, Rolex may introduce gold Daytona models with colorful dials, which would be a refreshing change from the current monochromatic designs. —Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2024

The singer made sure to complement the bold color with monochromatic lips and eye shadow. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024

Meanwhile, on the Balenciaga fall 2024 catwalk, a model also sported a monochromatic take on the trend, wearing a red lace slip dress over matching layered tees. —Alexandre Marain, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024

Oh Sandra Oh wore a monochromatic emerald green capelet gown to the CAPE Radiance Gala in L.A. —Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 12 Mar. 2024

Consider staging your decor with a mix of red items like vases and books for a bold, monochromatic focal point. —Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin monochromatos, from Greek monochrōmatos, from mon- + chrōmat-, chrōma color

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

monochromatic

adjective

mono·​chro·​mat·​ic ˌmän-ə-krō-ˈmat-ik 

1

: having or consisting of one color

2

: consisting of radiation (as light) of a single wavelength

Medical Definition

monochromatic

adjective

mono·​chro·​mat·​ic ˌmän-ə-krō-ˈmat-ik 

1

: having or consisting of one color or hue

2

: consisting of radiation of a single wavelength or of a very small range of wavelengths

3

: of, relating to, or exhibiting monochromatism

monochromaticity

-ˌkrō-mə-ˈtis-ət-ē 

noun

plural monochromaticities