noun

atmosphere

AT-muhs-feer

noun

The layer of gases surrounding a planet, especially Earth.

"The rocket left Earth's atmosphere within minutes."

The mood or feeling of a place or situation.

"The candlelit restaurant had a romantic atmosphere."

"There was a tense atmosphere in the office after the announcement."

How to Use Atmosphere

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the air around a planet, or the overall feeling or vibe of a place.

Common pairings

a tense atmosphere a relaxed atmosphere Earth's atmosphere

atmospheres plural

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The rocket left Earth's _____ within minutes.

From French atmosphère, from New Latin atmosphaera, from Greek atmos ("vapor") + sphaira ("sphere").

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