CEFR B1

monotony

noun

Meaning

Lack of variety and interest, typically resulting in boredom.

Examples

The monotony of his job was soul-crushing.
She tried to break the monotony by listening to loud music.

Synonyms: sameness, tedium, drudgery, ennui

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monotony (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /məˈnɒtəni/

Definition

Lack of variety and interest, typically resulting in boredom.

Examples

The monotony of his job was soul-crushing.
She tried to break the monotony by listening to loud music.
After a week of the same routine, the monotony began to wear him down.

How to Use monotony

monotony of (prepositional phrase): The specific thing causing the lack of variety and interest. — "He complained about the monotony of his commute."

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