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as in solid
having or consisting of a single color
although marble and bronze sculptures are monochromatic, they can be amazingly lifelike
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as in boring
causing weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest
a monochromatic portrayal of a hero seemingly without flaws or even distinctive traits
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Recent Examples of monochromatic
A bit of greenery and monochromatic dishes and vases make for the perfect less-is-more companions.
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Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
Keep things dark and subtle without staying monochromatic and flat.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
This minimalist, monochromatic look gives lighting designer Conchita Avitia the leeway to play with colors like a mood ring, choosing hues from warm yellow to hot pink depending on the tone of each scene.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Farther down the 39-foot gallery is the bathroom, which is serviceable with no frills, and a modern kitchen with monochromatic tilework, plenty of cabinet space, and a cute little breakfast bar.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 Mar. 2026
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Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
Keep things dark and subtle without staying monochromatic and flat.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
This minimalist, monochromatic look gives lighting designer Conchita Avitia the leeway to play with colors like a mood ring, choosing hues from warm yellow to hot pink depending on the tone of each scene.
—Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Farther down the 39-foot gallery is the bathroom, which is serviceable with no frills, and a modern kitchen with monochromatic tilework, plenty of cabinet space, and a cute little breakfast bar.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
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The sensor format offers a solid upgrade in picture quality versus cameras with smaller sensors, and is a good option for discerning photographers who want something better than entry-level but don't want to carry a larger interchangeable lens mirrorless system.—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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Every solid travel wardrobe starts with a reliable white tee, and this $9 Wiholl cap-sleeve option is seriously good.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2026
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Pickled onions add a bright acidity, and everything gets tossed in barbecue sauce for a sweet and savory salad that’s anything but boring.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Pastas and Grains Similar to powdered laundry detergent, pastas and grains have packaging that's dull, boring, and bulky.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
15 Apr. 2026
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Keep it monochrome, or plant a rainbow of colors for a dazzling display.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Though Moore's outfit was totally monochrome, the ensemble was anything but simple.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Flimsy nozzles crack and leak, and heavy-duty nozzles get tiring to hold when your garden calls for more watering time than your hands can handle.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Swift herself talked about how tiring the tour was and what her plans for the future were last October on BBC Radio 1 with Greg James.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
7 Apr. 2026
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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
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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
Adjective
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Plane outlets are often slow, loose, or even nonexistent, and when delays stack up, a dead phone becomes a real problem—not just an inconvenience.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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When Manning began teaching in the early 1990s, communication between teachers and parents moved at a slower, more deliberate pace.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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While Drescher used the Pink Passion shade, there are five other colors to pick from, including a timeless bright red and subtle neutral hue.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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Plus, every piece in the set is easy to assemble, and its neutral hues can work with any space.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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The long layoff between seasons of Euphoria apparently didn’t dull viewers’ enthusiasm for the show.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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Pastas and Grains Similar to powdered laundry detergent, pastas and grains have packaging that's dull, boring, and bulky.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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