The difference between Monochromatic and Polychromatic

When used as adjectives, monochromatic means having only one color, represented by differing hues and tints. for example shades in a black and white television, whereas polychromatic means showing a variety, or a change, of colours.


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  1. Monochromatic as an adjective:

    Having only one color, represented by differing hues and tints. For example shades in a black and white television.

  2. Monochromatic as an adjective:

    Perceptive of only one color; unable to distinguish colors; total color blindness.

  3. Monochromatic as an adjective (figuratively):

    Plain, dull, lifeless.

  1. Polychromatic as an adjective:

    Showing a variety, or a change, of colours; having many colours; multicoloured.

  2. Polychromatic as an adjective (physics, of electromagnetic radiation):

    Composed of more than one wavelength.