Monotone Definition

monotone
adjective
  1. of a sequence or function; consistently increasing and never decreasing or consistently decreasing and never increasing in value
  2. sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch; "the owl's faint monotonous hooting"
noun
  1. an unchanging intonation
  2. a single tone repeated with different words or different rhythms (especially in rendering liturgical texts)

"Monotone" in song lyrics

See how monotone is used in real songs:

  • "But their ideas, their style and their life is monotone"
    Mars ILL — Monotone
  • "Your world minus the most high is monotone"
    Mars ILL — Monotone
  • "by secular nuances of subconscious monotone"
    Mortisabstract f/ Glory I

Usage tips for "monotone"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "monotone" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for monotone to find words that pair well.

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