monotonous description

[/məˈnɑːtənəs dɪˈskrɪpʃən/]
noun phrasepl: monotonous descriptions
descrição monótona
1. A tedious, dull account or portrayal of something that lacks variety, excitement, or changes in tone or pace
The tour guide's monotonous description of the museum artifacts put everyone to sleep.
A descrição monótona do guia turístico sobre os artefatos do museu colocou todos para dormir.
2. A narrative or depiction characterized by repetitive, unchanging elements that fails to engage the audience
Her monotonous description of the events made the story seem far less interesting than it actually was.
Sua descrição monótona dos acontecimentos tornou a história muito menos interessante do que realmente era.
In Brazilian culture, monotonous descriptions are often criticized in storytelling and teaching contexts, where expressiveness and animation are highly valued. Americans similarly favor engaging, dynamic presentations. The phrase is commonly used in literary criticism, education, and entertainment contexts to critique lacking engagement.
NYC Slang
a real snooze-fest description; a drag of a description
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tedious descriptiondull narrativebland accountdreary portrayalflat recitation
Antonyms / Antônimos
vivid descriptionengaging narrativelively accountcaptivating portrayaldynamic depiction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descrição monótona
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
descrição chata e monótona
Often adds 'chata' (boring) for emphasis
São Paulo
descrição monótona
Standard formal usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
descrição monótona
Same usage; may also say 'descrição aborrecida'

Related Words

monotonetediumdescriptionnarrativedullnessuniformity

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak in a monotone
drone on and on
put someone to sleep with a description
a colorless narrative
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