monochromatic

adjective

ˌmä-nə-krō-ˈma-tik How to pronounce monochromatic (audio)
Definition of monochromaticnext
1
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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2
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 Posing alongside McGraw—who paired his signature black cowboy hat with a dark blue jacquard blazer trimmed with black lapels, a black shirt, and dark blue jeans—Maggie added a pop of whimsy to her monochromatic black look. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Aug. 2026 Others chose monochromatic designs to play with positive and negative effects. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026 Pair this jumpsuit with a cozy sweatshirt, like Oprah’s favorite AirEssentials Half-zip, for the ultimate monochromatic travel set. — Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026 From using peel-and-stick tiles for renters to a monochromatic design on your floors, tile is a versatile way to add design and color to your space. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for monochromatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
  1. solid
  2. boring
  3. monochrome
  4. tiring
  5. self
  6. slow
  7. neutral
  8. dull
Adjective
  • Investigators have repeatedly dismissed the theories, saying there is no solid evidence to support the claims.
    — Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • More Unlike oil which accounts for 95% of foreign exchange earnings, solid minerals have long accounted for barely 1% of Nigeria’s economy.
    — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of solid
Adjective
  • The boring rosters, the passive-aggressive press conferences, the endless parade of mediocre seasons — cresting and falling with an inexplicable 2021 and 2026 — has been brutal to watch.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The real world is always more boring than sci-fi, but solving this part of the puzzle will still be fascinating and not easy.
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of boring
Adjective
  • For something more monochrome, a white sneaker keeps the whole outfit in one tonal family.
    — Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • If the answer was too monochrome, the company’s policy could draw legal liability and even an investigation from the federal government.
    — Wendy R. Anderson, Washington Post, 10 July 2026
Definition of monochrome
Adjective
  • Food & Drink You’ll find just two dining venues on the property, The Dining Room (which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and the poolside Palapa Bar, but there’s no chance of tiring of the fare.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Permanent Marker Removal Trying to scrub permanent marker away is tiring, time-consuming, and often futile without some type of product to loosen the marker.
    — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of tiring
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
Adjective
  • The challenge is that the hydrogen evolution reaction is slower in alkaline environments, increasing the need for catalysts that can deliver high activity without rapidly losing performance.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • As Mikhail Gorbachev became Soviet premier and promised new openness with a policy of glasnost, a slow thaw would begin toward free speech, human rights, the release of political dissidents and relaxed restrictions on emigration.
    — Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of slow
Adjective
  • Similarly, Roderick Crooks has demonstrated that Ed Tech’s algorithmic systems are not race-neutral.
    — Kaliris Salas-Ramirez, New York Daily News, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The Angle Wedge Pillow's distinctive triangular shape cradles your legs and knees at a precise 45-degree angle to relieve tension in your back, while the Knee-T keeps legs, hips and spine in a neutral position to reduce pressure on your lower back.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of neutral
Adjective
  • Nothing can ruin your day quite like the dull ache of underwire hoisting up your bust.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Underripe corn is rather dull and hard, similar to ears of corn that have been on the plant for too long.
    — Danielle Ernest, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of dull

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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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