adjective
atmospheric
at-muhs-FEH-rihk
adjective
1
Relating to or coming from the atmosphere.
"Atmospheric pressure drops as you climb higher."
2
Creating a strong, evocative mood, especially in art, music, or film.
"The film's atmospheric soundtrack added to the sense of dread."
How to Use Atmospheric
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to the air around us, or (more often in everyday use) full of mood and atmosphere.
Common pairings
atmospheric pressure
atmospheric lighting
atmospheric conditions
Word Forms
more atmospheric comparative, most atmospheric superlative
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Etymology
From atmosphere + -ic.