Refers specifically to sound that lacks variation in pitch, not just volume or pace. Even the most exciting story sounds uninteresting in a toneless delivery.
Pro Tip 2/3
Not Musical
Indicates an absence of any melodious qualities that you would typically find in music. The beginner's violin recital was a challenge to listen to, quite toneless.
Pro Tip 3/3
Neutral Sound
Describes a voice that does not hold any identifiable emotion or mood. The dispatcher's toneless voice was calm, revealing no panic during the emergency.