Monochromatic vs. Polychromatic

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

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

(figuratively) Plain, dull, lifeless.

Consisting of one color, or presenting rays of light of one color only.

of or relating to monochromatism

(of light or other electromagnetic radiation) having only one wavelength;

Example: ‘monochromatic light’;

having or appearing to have only one color

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

Composed of more than one wavelength.

Showing a variety, or a change, of colors.

(of light or other electromagnetic radiation) composed of more than one wavelength;

Example: ‘polychromatic light’;

having or exhibiting many colors