monotony
1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for monotony, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being tediously repetitive or unchanging.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use monotony
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Etymology
From French monotonie, ultimately from Greek monotonia, "sameness of tone."
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What does “monotony” mean?
The word “monotony” means the state of being tediously repetitive or unchanging. In plain terms, the dullness that comes from doing or seeing the same thing repeatedly.
How do you pronounce “monotony”?
“Monotony” is pronounced muh-NO-tuh-nee (/məˈnɑtəni/ in IPA).
How do you use “monotony” in a sentence?
Here is “monotony” used in a sentence: “She took up painting to break the monotony of long winter evenings.”
What is another word for “monotony”?
Words with a similar meaning to “monotony” include sameness.
What is the opposite of “monotony”?
The opposite of “monotony” — its antonyms — is polytony.
What part of speech is “monotony”?
“Monotony” is a noun.
Where does the word “monotony” come from?
The word “monotony” comes from French. From French monotonie, ultimately from Greek monotonia, "sameness of tone.".