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
In a monochromatic video, Tevin could be seen dropping to one knee in the sand to pop the question.
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 27 May 2025
The cabinet is also available in all black for a monochromatic look.
—Alexandra Kay, People.com, 24 May 2025
The shadow was a genius choice where color theory is involved, as Lopez was wearing a monochromatic, textural peach-on-peach ensemble.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 20 May 2025
This is bohemian for the minimalist girl; think chic, monochromatic pendant necklaces, decorative pochettes perfect for summer evenings, and even caftans worn with loose, fluid pants.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 17 May 2025
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 27 May 2025
The cabinet is also available in all black for a monochromatic look.
—Alexandra Kay, People.com, 24 May 2025
The shadow was a genius choice where color theory is involved, as Lopez was wearing a monochromatic, textural peach-on-peach ensemble.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 20 May 2025
This is bohemian for the minimalist girl; think chic, monochromatic pendant necklaces, decorative pochettes perfect for summer evenings, and even caftans worn with loose, fluid pants.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monochromatic
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The Eufy Life mobile app is solid, including easy at-a-glance views, long-term charts, and drill-down capabilities.—
Christopher Null,
Wired News,
4 June 2025
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Manufacturers have begun to feel the effects, but the overall job market has remained solid, with layoffs remaining relatively low, and inflation has not taken off.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Some people assume that longtime married couples are boring, but my husband has never bored me.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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Spectators perceive tennis outfits as plain, boring, rigid or limited to a specific silhouette.—
Ruth Etiesit Samuel,
Essence,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Lightweight but subtly high-impact, these earrings are a master class in duality—rich and monochrome from the front, sparkling on the back, and memorable at every angle.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
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Meta, Pepsi, and Ubisoft — brands that embraced LGBTQ+ marketing with Pride colors just two years ago — stayed monochrome, betting that neutrality equals safety.—
Gillian Oakenfull,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The 35-year-old started 22 of the 24 games Cronenworth missed with a fractured rib and was clearly tiring at the end, going 3-for-30 in his final nine starts.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2025
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Bradley was clearly tiring, having struggled at times defensively in the second half.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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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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Strain into a highball glass, while simultaneously adding the club soda together in one slow stream to achieve the fluffy, towering fizz.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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And while the Canadian industry made early gains to close a gender gap in the film and TV industry, making strides in advancing and promoting talent from underrepresented Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities has been slower and more incremental.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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This is being done to comply with the sport's goal of being carbon neutral by 2030.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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With Messi and his mates, Miami has sold out huge NFL stadiums and other neutral venues.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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There are a few family members who only wear olive, mustard, khaki, black and other dull colors; clunky, unattractive shoes; and few accessories.—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.5 is no exception, which shines with its abilities to reduce the look of fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and overall dull skin.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
12 June 2025
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“Monochromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monochromatic. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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