Atmosphere

Meaning

the envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet; the pervading tone or mood of a place

the layer of gases surrounding the Earth; the mood or feeling of a place

Example Sentences

The atmosphere protects us from harmful solar radiation.

The restaurant had a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Example Expressions

tense atmosphere

Synonyms

air, environment, ambiance, climate, mood, aura, ambience

Entry 1

air, environment, ambiance, climate

Entry 2

environment, mood, climate, aura, ambience

Antonyms

vacuum, space, emptiness

Entry 1

vacuum, space

Entry 2

emptiness, vacuum

Collocations

earth's atmosphere, atmospheric pressure, toxic atmosphere, friendly atmosphere, tense atmosphere, atmosphere of peace

Entry 1

earth's atmosphere, atmospheric pressure, toxic atmosphere, friendly atmosphere

Entry 2

earth's atmosphere, friendly atmosphere, tense atmosphere, atmosphere of peace