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 Lady jacket + capri pants + kitten heels A monochromatic outfit never fails to look polished, channeling classic Audrey Hepburn vibes. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 28 July 2026 The juicy, buildable formula doubles as a lip color and cream blush for an effortlessly monochromatic look, while squalane and antioxidant-rich raspberry, strawberry, and cranberry extracts keep skin and lips feeling hydrated. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 July 2026 Combining different metals and finishes creates balance and avoids a flat, monochromatic feel. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 July 2026 Adams continued the dark, monochromatic color scheme with a pair of strappy sandal heels. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 July 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
  • Rookie kicker Trey Smack had a solid night, hitting 6-of-7 field goals, and the team introduced live tackling for younger players.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • An open floor plan and exposed solid wood beams set a lovely tone for this beautiful home, as does the vintage wood-burning stove and Dutch-style farm doors.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of solid
Adjective
  • Unfortunately, the group offered amazingly little of that over the course of the night, minimizing the bells and whistles during what could be properly dubbed a fairly boring stage show overall.
    — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • In valuing and nurturing a sense of life as the adventure of understanding and demonstrating Love’s allness, what might have previously seemed to be a boring gap in activity becomes a spiritually refreshing pause.
    — Tony Lobl, Christian Science Monitor, 4 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
  • Everything seems tiring and exhausting, especially the simplest, most mundane activities.
    — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 26 July 2026
  • Clothing that handles part of the pulling and positioning could make mornings less tiring.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 July 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
  • Researchers used the device to process time-series data, including signals that contained both rapid and slow changes.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
  • However, there is another, slower and more insidious evacuation taking place, and that is the steady migration from rural areas all around the world to burgeoning cities, which now host more than half the world’s population.
    — John Vaillant, Time, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of slow
Adjective
  • According to her, these include a well-fitting pair of jeans, a neutral blazer, and quality basic T-shirts and button-downs.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Infantino’s traditional support base in Africa, which has 54 of the 211 voting members, had been neutral about the offers of game-changing money for many of them.
    — Graham Dunbar, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of neutral
Adjective
  • Moreover, in a study of 29 users of Melanotan II published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, some users reported their skin turning a dull gray color.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Still, her stellar performance can’t elevate the series beyond its dull monotony.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of dull

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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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