monochrome

/ˈmɑnəˌkroʊm/
noun
  1. A picture or image using only one color or shades of one color, especially black and white.
    • The gallery displayed a beautiful monochrome of a mountain landscape.
    • He prefers shooting in monochrome because it emphasizes light and shadow.
    • The photographer's monochromes captured the mood of the rainy city streets.
  2. The state or style of being in one color or shades of one color.
    • The designer chose monochrome for the entire collection to create a sleek look.
    • The film's use of monochrome gave it a nostalgic feel.
    • Monochrome is often used in minimalist interior design.
adjective
  1. Using or consisting of only one color or shades of one color, especially black and white.
    • She decorated her bedroom in a monochrome palette of gray and white.
    • The artist's monochrome painting used only shades of blue.
    • Old monochrome photographs have a classic, timeless look.
  2. Lacking variety or interest; dull and unexciting.
    • His monochrome routine of work and sleep left him feeling bored.
    • The movie's monochrome plot failed to capture the audience's attention.
    • Critics described the city's architecture as monochrome and uninspired.
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