monochrome 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of monochromenext
as in solid
having or consisting of a single color an artist who produces monochrome pencil drawings

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monochrome

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noun

as in sepia

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Recent Examples of monochrome
Adjective
Keep it monochrome, or plant a rainbow of colors for a dazzling display. — ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026 Though Moore's outfit was totally monochrome, the ensemble was anything but simple. — Emma Banks, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
Take a cue from influencer Cindy Prado and go monochrome, or add a belt for shape and dimension. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The rapper opted for a custom, vibrant hot pink ensemble and completed the monochrome look with matching Christian Louboutin heels. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for monochrome
Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochrome
  1. solid
  2. sepia
  3. self
  4. print
  5. monochromatic
  6. photograph
  7. neutral
  8. photo
Adjective
  • There's some solid Santa Maria-style BBQ tri-tip, as well as Tex Mex classics like nachos and quesadillas alongside a variety of burgers and fries.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Ryan Christie, Lewis Cook and Alex Toth are solid rotation options in midfield.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of solid
Noun
  • Clouds mixed with smoke from distant wildfires moved in after lunch, turning the light sepia.
    — John Todd, Outdoor Life, 9 July 2026
  • Some parts of the film are displayed in a light shade (similar to sepia, just multi-light colored).
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 30 June 2026
Definition of sepia
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
Noun
  • Choose from bright red, turquoise, and purple to style with neutrals and animal prints alike.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The linocut print depicts women and children frolicking together by the shoreline.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of print
Adjective
  • Others chose monochromatic designs to play with positive and negative effects.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The Academy Award-winning star finished off her monochromatic look with an unexpected rock ‘n roll update, thanks to a pair of black leather motorcycle boots covered in silver studs.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of monochromatic
Noun
  • The victim said Haywood and the victim took overnight trips together and exchanged nude photographs.
    — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The photographs contained in the Farm Security Administration collection, held at the Library of Congress, depict scarcity, despair, desolation, and suffering but also hope, resilience, and, later, progress in response to government intervention.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of photograph
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
Noun
  • Tan Chow from the Chinatown Community Development Center sent CBS News Bay Area photos of the Garden Restaurant incident.
    — Maddie White, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Erblin Ademi clutched the photo of his father holding him as a little boy.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of photo

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“Monochrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochrome. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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