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Definition of tonelessness

tonelessness

/ˈtoʊnləsnəs/
tone · less · ness
Adverb:tonelessly
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Adjective:toneless
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tonelessness Lexical Profile

tonelessness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of lacking vocal inflection, pitch variation, or expressive modulation in speech or sound.

Example

"The deliberate tonelessness of the witness's voice made it difficult for the jury to gauge his emotional state."

2

A lack of visual vibrancy, depth, or contrast in color or shading.

Example

"The overcast sky lent a bleak tonelessness to the winter landscape."

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• Rhymes for tonelessness

• Nearby Words

toned
toneless
tonelessly
tonelessness
toner
tong
tonga

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tonelessness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tonelessness
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