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
His minimalist, monochromatic aesthetic, a hallmark of single needle tattooing, echoes throughout.
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Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 1 July 2025
At Dries Van Noten, a balance between playful and refined — monochromatic poppy red sneakers and socks made an unexpected statement paired with a classic gray check opera coat.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
Dark renders the barista’s colorful hair monochromatic, but even the night isn’t black enough to eclipse the false sweetness inked on her neck.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 30 June 2025
Drape a sheer red beach cover-up over the bikini for an easy monochromatic all-day look.
—Rana Good, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 1 July 2025
At Dries Van Noten, a balance between playful and refined — monochromatic poppy red sneakers and socks made an unexpected statement paired with a classic gray check opera coat.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
Dark renders the barista’s colorful hair monochromatic, but even the night isn’t black enough to eclipse the false sweetness inked on her neck.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 30 June 2025
Drape a sheer red beach cover-up over the bikini for an easy monochromatic all-day look.
—Rana Good, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
Adjective
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But the state’s interdependence on the federal government — an economic boost in most years — leaves its economy on less solid footing as federal budget cuts loom.—
Scott Cohn,
CNBC,
10 July 2025
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The screen is solid, the speakers aren't bad, and the cameras are 1080p.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The main reason Jacksonville is so boring, FinanceBuzz found, is that much of its population is thinly scattered across the city.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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GoPro has also dropped a white version and a forest green version if black is too boring for you.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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There’s a similar logic to vivid trees and bushes that are monochrome.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Mix and match colors for a set, or keep things monochrome for a sleek bathroom appeal.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Dickinson led off the semifinal game and roped a double off his metal bat that Smith said woke him up from a long, tiring day.—
Christopher Kamrani,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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After a tiring day walking around the parks, the most relaxing, soothing and healing experience is to sit out on the decks of the treehouse.—
Kissa Castaneda,
Forbes.com,
8 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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The whales often appear unbothered, turning gently toward swimmers or drifting by in slow, graceful passes.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
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Forecasters at the National Weather Service said there was the potential for additional catastrophic flooding and heavy rainfall in the region throughout Saturday, given the storm’s slow craw across the state.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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Think neutral sheet sets and nightstands with clean lines to keep the headboard as the center of attention.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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Rub a little neutral oil (like vegetable oil) on the hamburger patties to jump-start the frying process.—
Li Goldstein,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 July 2025
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Generally, names as a kind of artist name are quite dull nowadays anyway.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 July 2025
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Sometimes, an artist who is too long viewed as an outsider to Music City's style and sound will see the shine of the bright lights grow dull on their art.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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