Toneless

usgb/ˈtəʊnləs/
adjective

Having no musical quality or sound.

His voice is monotone and toneless, which sometimes makes his lectures boring.
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Often appears as...

  • toneless voice
  • toneless sound
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Lack of Melody

Refers specifically to sound that lacks variation in pitch, not just volume or pace.

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Even the most exciting story sounds uninteresting in a toneless delivery.
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Not Musical

Indicates an absence of any melodious qualities that you would typically find in music.

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The beginner's violin recital was a challenge to listen to, quite toneless.
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Neutral Sound

Describes a voice that does not hold any identifiable emotion or mood.

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The dispatcher's toneless voice was calm, revealing no panic during the emergency.
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