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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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
Some snaps show Gellar's heels that fit with the monochromatic look, while all reveal the fuel that keeps the supernatural Slayer ready to go: a cup of coffee.
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Carson Blackwelder, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
But a continuous thread was a Daphne Blake-esque purple; in pea coats, sheer dresses, billowing blouses, and a monochromatic heels and stockings combo.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2025
Now, photo mat boards are carving out a more approachable take on the monochromatic trend.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2025
And monochromatic looks in athleisure and loungewear will still be big in cool neutrals.
—Toby Rose, Parents, 29 July 2025
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Carson Blackwelder, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
But a continuous thread was a Daphne Blake-esque purple; in pea coats, sheer dresses, billowing blouses, and a monochromatic heels and stockings combo.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2025
Now, photo mat boards are carving out a more approachable take on the monochromatic trend.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2025
And monochromatic looks in athleisure and loungewear will still be big in cool neutrals.
—Toby Rose, Parents, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
Adjective
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Frank has also tinkered with the team’s structure out of possession, giving them a more solid base to press high up the pitch without as many holes.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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Only plan and discuss exit when backed by solid data, research, and reports.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Stick with boring investments to avoid big mistakes from get-rich-quick schemes.—
Jonathan I. Shenkman,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Hosting every summit in a big European city would alleviate much of the pressure to re-invent the wheel every time with respect to hotels, transit, and other boring but essential logistical details.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The blue ensemble featured a wholly monochrome look, with elbow-length short sleeves, buttons down the front placket and a sharp collar with two breast pockets as well.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Aug. 2025
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His looks were urban, often monochrome and sometimes apocalyptic, with a play on proportion and superposition of elements.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
28 July 2025
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Superman’s meh international returns can also be understood as reflective of the worldwide audience tiring of Hollywood’s cultural diktats.—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
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With both sets of players tiring, the best chance of the 30-minute period would fall to substitute Salma Paralluelo, who could not divert Batlle’s cross towards goal from four yards out.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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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
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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
Adjective
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New York lawmakers are proposing rules to humanely drive down the population of rats and other rodents, eyeing contraception and a ban on glue traps as alternatives to poison or a slow, brutal death.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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One instance sees a ghastly spectral soldier filling a stream with all the lost souls of the enemies the player has killed so far, but the battle itself is just a slow walk to the end that’s exhausting to trudge through.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Aug. 2025
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Remaining neutral and impartial is also incredibly difficult in a conflict zone.—
Cynthia Tully,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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More Megan Briggs/Getty Images The championship banner will be raised at SoFi Center before the opening tee shot, and the SoFi Cup trophy, temporarily returned to its neutral blue color, will await its next owner in March 2026.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The shampoo won't clean as well and can leave behind residue that makes your hair look dull and lifeless.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Aug. 2025
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With major season getting over, August is dull, and McIlroy's absence has become a lightning rod for debates about player responsibility and the Tour's authority.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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