MONOCHROME Synonyms: 68 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of monochrome

as in solid

having or consisting of a single color an artist who produces monochrome pencil drawings

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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

During Copenhagen Fashion Week, the monochrome palette appeared on nearly every showgoer—a stark contrast to the week’s historically maximalist approach. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026 Hsu’s argument for why the near-monochrome restaurant doesn’t go flat is that the palette itself runs on tension, with the statement-making veined marble behind the point-of-sale area set against rough plaster walls. — Alexis Benveniste, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for monochrome

Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochrome

Adjective

If Wayne, a fictional character, were a more solid creation, the movie could better explore the issue of whether answering racist brutality in kind is more effective than relying on an inadequate system.

— Alison Willmore, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026
The Volunteers have been the kingpin of Arlington ISD football the last two seasons, but several squads like Lamar, Arlington Martin and Arlington seem to have made solid offseason progress.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of solid

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

Softer than cashmere and with prints that look high-end, the Alpine Swiss Plaid Scarf is appealing.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026
The brand added that each miniature style is cut from the same silk and finished with prints, piping and proportions that follow the originals as closely as possible.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of print

Adjective

Before then, monochromatic clips show Karol and Mars racing around on go-karts, trading lyrics back and forth in the empty lower bowl seating area, and crooning over a guitar backstage.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2026
Amal opted for a stylish monochromatic moment with a cozy olive green silk shorts set.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of monochromatic

Noun

The collection on display in the museum includes 13 paintings from the master and some 40 sculptures, furniture and photographs.

— Reuters, NBC news, 8 Sep. 2026
Fight over religious practices and the First Amendment A fight for the right to wear a hijab in a booking photograph has also come to the forefront.

— BrieAnna J. Frank, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of photograph

Adjective

Since then, the Big Ten has appointed a neutral clock operator, instead of one appointed by the home team.

— Austin Meek, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Winfrey has a more subdued take on footwear, her choices consisting of neutral tones with the occasional leopard or snakeskin.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of neutral

Noun

As Gansey greeted them, shaking hands, taking photos and smiling endlessly, one stepped forward with a question that encapsulated everything.

— Tony Jones, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Motherhood appeared to be a point of pride for Ortiz, who posted photos of herself with her daughter on her Facebook page through the 2010s with adoring captions marking milestones.

— Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of photo

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