monochromatic
UK: ˌmɒnəkrəˈmætɪk | US: ˌmɑːnəkroʊˈmætɪk
adj. consisting of or displaying a single color or shades of a single color
adj. (figuratively) lacking variety or diversity; uniform
The word "monochromatic" originates from Greek roots. "Mono-" (μόνος) means "single" or "alone," and "chroma" (χρῶμα) means "color." The suffix "-atic" is derived from Latin "-aticus," forming adjectives. Combined, the term literally means "having one color." The concept evolved from scientific descriptions of light (e.g., monochromatic light in physics) to broader metaphorical uses describing uniformity or lack of variation.
The artist’s monochromatic painting used only shades of blue.
The room was decorated in a monochromatic scheme of grays.
Monochromatic light is essential for certain optical experiments.
His wardrobe is strikingly monochromatic, favoring black and white.
The film’s monochromatic cinematography emphasized its bleak mood.