monotony
Translation
monotony, tediousness, sameness
Examples
The monotony of the job was unbearable.
The monotony of the job was unbearable.
He broke the monotony of his life by traveling.
He broke the monotony of his life by travelling.
Grammar Patterns
the monotony of ((sth.)) the quality of being dull and repetitive The monotony of his daily routine was depressing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tediousness, dullness, sameness; Antonyms: variety, excitement
Etymology
From Greek 'monos' (single) and 'tonos' (tone). It literally means 'one tone'.
Memory Tips
Think of a song with only one note ('mono-tone'). That feeling of boredom is monotony.