Monotonous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /məˈnɒtənəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Monotonous is an adjective meaning Having an unvarying pitch or tone.
Meaning
Having an unvarying pitch or tone.
More Meanings
- Tedious, repetitious, or lacking in variety.
Example Sentences
[L]istening for a moment, she heard the monotonous and heavy tread of the soldier echoing through the passage.
"But my daughter—but the Lady Eveline"—said the Fleming, with some slight change in his monotonous voice, which seemed to express doubt and perplexity—"You are cruel conquerors, and—"
Synonyms for monotonous
Depending on context, synonyms include level, monotone, monotonic, samely, routine, habitual.
Antonyms for monotonous
Common opposites include various.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include monotone, humdrum, dull, monotonic, unmusical, unmelodious.
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