Atmosphere (Noun)
Meaning 1
The weather or climate at some place; "the atmosphere was thick with fog".
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The atmosphere was thick with fog as we walked through the forest.
- The warm atmosphere of the tropical island made it perfect for a summer vacation.
- The atmosphere in the city was hot and humid during the summer months.
- The atmosphere at the mountain resort was crisp and cool, a welcome change from the city.
- The atmosphere was heavy with moisture, making it difficult to breathe in the small room.
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Meaning 2
A distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; "an air of mystery"; "the house had a neglected air"; "an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate's headquarters"; "the place had an aura of romance".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The city had a vibrant atmosphere that attracted artists from all over the world.
- Her charisma gave her an aura of confidence that drew people to her instantly.
- The restaurant's elegant decorations and soft music created a warm atmosphere for couples.
- The hotel room had an air of neglect with dusty furniture and stained carpets.
- The group's home stadium was famous for its electric atmosphere on game days.
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Meaning 3
The envelope of gases surrounding any celestial body.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The spacecraft encountered significant resistance upon entering the atmosphere of the distant planet.
- Earth's atmosphere is composed primarily of nitrogen and oxygen.
- Mars' atmosphere is thin, resulting in drastic temperature fluctuations.
- A planet with no atmosphere cannot support liquid water on its surface.
- Scientists continue to study the unique atmosphere of Jupiter to learn more about its formation.
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Meaning 4
A particular environment or surrounding influence; "there was an atmosphere of excitement".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The new coffee shop had a cozy atmosphere that made customers feel right at home.
- The city's vibrant atmosphere was infectious, drawing in tourists from all over the world.
- The team's atmosphere of camaraderie was a key factor in their success.
- The abandoned mansion had a creepy atmosphere that sent chills down our spines.
- The jazz club's sophisticated atmosphere was the perfect setting for a romantic evening.
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Meaning 5
The mass of air surrounding the Earth; "there was great heat as the comet entered the atmosphere"; "it was exposed to the air".
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Nouns denoting spatial position.
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Meaning 6
A unit of pressure: the pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 mm high at sea level and 0 degrees centigrade.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The weather station reported that the atmospheric pressure had dropped to 950 millibars, indicating a storm was approaching, equivalent to 0.95 atmospheres.
- Atmospheres of pressure were being used to calculate the correct pressure needed to open the valve.
- In standard conditions of one atmosphere the gases expanded freely in the sealed container.
- This reading indicated a total of two atmospheres in the diving chamber after several hours of pumping.
- By creating five atmospheres in the laboratory tank they could replicate deep ocean pressure.