monochrome

[mon-uh-krohm] / ˈmɒn əˌkroʊm /

ADJECTIVE

constant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consistent continual nonstop perpetual regular stable steady unbroken uninterrupted

STRONG

even firm invariable permanent stabile uniform

WEAK

connected equable habitual homogeneous immutable like the Rock of Gibraltar monophonic monotonous of a piece regularized solid as rock standardized steadfast together unalterable unchanging unflappable unfluctuating unvarying

Antonyms

STRONGEST

broken discontinuous imbalanced inconsistent inconstant infrequent intermittent interrupted irregular temporary unfixed unstable unsteady wobbly

STRONG

changeable changing different

WEAK

concluding disloyal ending fickle flagging fluctuating stopping terminable terminating undecided undetermined untrue untrustworthy varying wavering

Example Sentences

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To demonstrate this precision, the researchers used a standard laser to create a microscopic monochrome portrait of Albert Einstein on a thin piece of the material, with points spaced just 700 nanometers apart.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

Excelling more as a draftsman than a colorist, Lam created his most compelling paintings in near monochrome or with a limited palette.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

The enthusiasm also reflects a loss of interest in "workwear" or "quiet luxury", trends that have dominated menswear for years with their simple and often monochrome fabrics.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Supermodel Naomi Campbell looked the epitome of chic in a monochrome outfit, paired with oversized sunglasses that only an A-lister can get away with.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025

A layer of clouds muddied the sky, bleeding the surrounding color, leaving everything monochrome and drab.

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson

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