Monotony Definition & Meaning

monotony
noun
  1. the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety; "he had never grown accustomed to the monotony of his work"; "he was sick of the humdrum of his fellow prisoners"; "he hated the sameness of the food the college served"
  2. constancy of tone or pitch or inflection

"Monotony" in song lyrics

See how monotony is used in real songs:

  • "With north and south poles killin your mindless musical magnetic monotony"
    Atoms Family — Oceans of Confusion
  • "Sick like sodomy, minus the monotony"
    Celph Titled — Inaudible
  • "monotony"
    Ceschi — Dripping

Usage tips for "monotony"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "monotony" 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 monotony to find words that pair well.

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