monotony
/məˈnɒtəni/ · /məˈnɑːtəni/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6854 in the learning path
单调；枯燥乏味
Definitions
n. boring sameness caused by a lack of variety or change
单调；枯燥乏味
Example
A short walk broke the monotony of my afternoon.
短暂的散步打破了我下午的单调乏味。
Rotating tasks can reduce the monotony of factory work while helping employees develop a wider range of skills.
轮换任务可以减少工厂工作的单调感，同时帮助员工培养更多样的技能。
Collocations
- break the monotony
- the monotony of daily life
- relieve the monotony
Word family
- monotonous (adj.)
- monotonously (adv.)
Synonyms
- sameness
- tedium
Antonyms
- variety
Usage tip
通常为不可数名词，强调缺少变化带来的乏味。
FAQ
- What does monotony mean?
- boring sameness caused by a lack of variety or change
- How is monotony pronounced?
- UK /məˈnɒtəni/, US /məˈnɑːtəni/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
