monochromatic
adjective
mono·chro·mat·ic
ˌmä-nə-krō-ˈma-tik 
1
a
: having or consisting of one color or hue
a monochromatic winter scene
b
: monochrome sense 2
monochromatic photographs
2
: consisting of radiation of a single wavelength (see wavelength sense 1) or of a very small range of wavelengths
3
: of, relating to, or exhibiting monochromatism
4
: lacking variety, creativity, or excitement : colorless
Examples of monochromatic in a Sentence
It's a monochromatic room with a blue rug and blue furniture.
although marble and bronze sculptures are monochromatic, they can be amazingly lifelike
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Ty Gaskins, WWD, 30 Oct. 2024
Makeup artist Lora Arellano gave Aguilera a monochromatic look with brick tones: glossy, dimensional lips with lids to match.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 30 Oct. 2024
Add a trendy twist to the iconic Arizona silhouette by picking up this monochromatic espresso pair.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024
Add contrast to your bedroom (or laundry room) using a complementary-colored wallpaper or opt for a monochromatic look with a ceiling that matches the rest of the space.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2024
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monochromatic
adjective
mono·chro·mat·ic
ˌmän-ə-krō-ˈmat-ik
1
: having or consisting of one color
2
: consisting of radiation (as light) of a single wavelength
Medical Definition
monochromatic
adjective
mono·chro·mat·ic
ˌmän-ə-krō-ˈmat-ik
1
: having or consisting of one color or hue
2
: consisting of radiation of a single wavelength or of a very small range of wavelengths
3
: of, relating to, or exhibiting monochromatism
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