1
: of, relating to, or made with a single color or hue
2
: involving or producing visual images in a single color or in varying tones of a single color (such as gray)
monochrome film
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Adjective
an artist who produces monochrome pencil drawings
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Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The sovereign’s wife dazzled in crimson red monochrome alongside King Charles, who dressed in a blue pinstripe.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
Though Moore's outfit was totally monochrome, the ensemble was anything but simple.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Tied with a Bow Jessica Williams opts for a monochrome white 'fit at the Shrinking event during the 2026 PaleyFest in Los Angeles on April 7.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The sovereign’s wife dazzled in crimson red monochrome alongside King Charles, who dressed in a blue pinstripe.
—Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026
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
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“Monochrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monochrome. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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