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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
Go for a monochromatic look and wear a red outfit.
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Paola Zamarripa, Glamour, 10 Feb. 2026
This striped curtain feels slightly coastal with a serene monochromatic blue and green stripe.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
The musician emerged wearing an all-cream monochromatic ensemble, the top a clever spin on a jersey.
—Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
The teen was seen wearing a navy blue fluffy fur coat and dark jeans, topping off the monochromatic look with a black Lambskin Quilted XL Jumbo Single Flap Chanel purse.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
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Paola Zamarripa, Glamour, 10 Feb. 2026
This striped curtain feels slightly coastal with a serene monochromatic blue and green stripe.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
The musician emerged wearing an all-cream monochromatic ensemble, the top a clever spin on a jersey.
—Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
The teen was seen wearing a navy blue fluffy fur coat and dark jeans, topping off the monochromatic look with a black Lambskin Quilted XL Jumbo Single Flap Chanel purse.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for monochromatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
Adjective
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Modular design enables multiple launch platforms HAVOC features a modular architecture that allows integration with various solid rocket motor boosters.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Feb. 2026
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With the next round of debuts and sophomore shows, their houses need solid creative foundations to further recover from the luxury slowdown.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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This outfit, one of Bessette-Kennedy’s most famous, manages to turn what could feel boring—a plain khaki midiskirt—into a genuine statement.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
27 Feb. 2026
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Children, that great adventure, boring?—
Daniel Smith,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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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
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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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Imagine having all your bags unpacked, slipping into a robe and getting ready to take a long, hot shower at the end of a tiring day, only to realize that your showerhead is broken or the hot water isn’t heating appropriately.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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And while the offense was flowing, the defense was suffocating a quickly tiring San Jose State squad.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
21 Feb. 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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Hegseth’s harsh punishment is the culmination of a long, slow slide that began with a political disagreement.—
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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The company didn’t break out Marni revenues, but Marni’s growth has been slower than that of other OTB labels, Diesel and Margiela, in recent years.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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Opt for a baby pastel blue to still be close enough to a versatile neutral.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Feb. 2026
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Strong colors and bold materials defined the character’s public-facing persona, while neutral tones and slim silhouettes appeared in her more private moments.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2026
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Being in my late 50s, getting cosmetic treatments to tackle sagginess, wrinkles, fine lines, and a dull complexion has certainly crossed my mind.—
Cathy Nelson,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Wipe off any excess so the pan looks dull, not shiny.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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