Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
monotone
noun/adjective
/ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/
Definition
a continuous sound or voice that lacks variation in pitch or tone.
Examples
- The teacher’s monotone made it hard to stay awake during the lecture.
- He spoke in a monotone that suggested a lack of enthusiasm.
Meaning
The term describes a uniform sound that does not vary, often leading to a dull or droning effect.
Synonyms
- drone
- flat
- unvaried
- monochrome
