Meaning & Definition of word "Monotone"

Monotone

/ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/

1. A continuing sound that is unchanging in pitch and intensity.
- Example: The lecturer's voice was a monotonous monotone that nearly put everyone to sleep.
2. A single tone that lacks variation.
- Example: His speech was delivered in a monotone, making it hard for the audience to remain engaged.
3. A sound or expression that is lacking in variation and/or emotion.
- Example: She answered in a monotone, revealing none of the excitement she felt inside.

1. Having one tone or pitch; dull or lacking in variety.
- Example: The monotone landscape stretched endlessly under the gray sky.
2. Delivered in an unchanging tone of voice; lacking intonation.
- Example: His monotone delivery made the otherwise interesting story sound boring.

From Greek 'monos' meaning 'one' and 'tonos' meaning 'tone'.

speak in a monotone:

To speak without inflection or variation in pitch.

monotone voice:

A voice that lacks variation in pitch, often perceived as dull.

monotone delivery:

A style of presentation that lacks expressiveness.

monochromatic:

Consisting of or displaying one color or hue.

uniform:

Remaining the same in all cases and at all times; unchanging in form or character.

Meaning: A boring or uninteresting person or thing.

Example Sentence: That lecture was totally monotone; I couldn't focus.

Meaning: To lack excitement or enthusiasm.

Example Sentence: His monotone vibe really brings down the energy in the room.