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
To contrast the dark, monochromatic looks from winter, this new season is all about bright and vibrant prints and colors.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Hadid kept her accessories monochromatic and simple, partially obscuring her face with a pair of oversized dark brown sunglasses and adding a brown leather skinny belt around her hips.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
Kelly Rutherford rocks pink a monochromatic ensemble to celebrate the launch of her new fragrance, Rose Première, in partnership with Veronique Gabai.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
The space will have metal art and will be monochromatic with a lot of darker colors.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Hadid kept her accessories monochromatic and simple, partially obscuring her face with a pair of oversized dark brown sunglasses and adding a brown leather skinny belt around her hips.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
Kelly Rutherford rocks pink a monochromatic ensemble to celebrate the launch of her new fragrance, Rose Première, in partnership with Veronique Gabai.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
The space will have metal art and will be monochromatic with a lot of darker colors.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
Adjective
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This is a solid and affordable Ethernet cable that is sufficient for most homes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Combined with flexible plan options and solid customer support, Cinch is a reliable choice for anyone seeking affordable home warranties without sacrificing quality.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Never gets boring, never feels overplayed.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
1 May 2026
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Pool, sauna, indoor fireplace, luggage drop-off, backyard With so much history and color around every corner in Marrakesh, why stay somewhere boring?—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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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Banchero up-and-down The Magic superstar forward got off to a slow start by opening 1-for-6 from the field, including missing his first four 3-pointers.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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More Americans are heading into retirement without a pension, and are instead leaning on savings accounts and investment portfolios that have become increasingly subject to market swings and the slow erosion of inflation.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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According to Newsweek, the overall score was composed of 80% from survey results, and 20% from social listening analysis, which analyzed media coverage and online discussion to assess whether public sentiment was positive, neutral or negative.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The battle was fought during the Napoleonic Wars, as Britain attacked Denmark to break a neutral alliance with other European powers that threatened British naval supremacy.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The same study notes that the hormonal cascade may even dull pain by activating peripheral nerves and autonomic pathways.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Expecting dull days and strict rules, the boy instead stumbles into a world of delightful chaos and imagination – where outrageous stories are spun, and a world of wonder, memory and mischief unfolds.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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