ambience

noun

am·​bi·​ence ˈam-bē-ən(t)s 

ˈäm-bē-än(t)s

variants or ambiance

: a feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere

The restaurant's soft music and candlelight gave it a romantic ambience.

Synonyms of ambience

• aura
• atmosphere
• smell
• aroma
• air

Examples of ambience in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Aside from the ambience created by its fireplace and leather chairs, Provis aims to provide some of the best coffee in the country. — Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026

The ambience is enhanced by keeping open the ark of the Torah, the usually closed chamber at the front of the synagogue that protects the scrolls of scripture. — Reuven Kimelman, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026

Tujo said downtown business owners are very close and desire to create a different ambience that attracts customers from Lockport and beyond. — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026

Taki Japanese Steakhouse Taki Japanese Steakhouse delivers an upscale yet relaxed ambience, combining sushi lounge charm with hibachi-style theatrics. — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 16 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

in part from ambi(ent) entry 1 + -ence, in part borrowed from French ambiance (from ambiant "ambient" + -ance -ance)

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ambience

• ambiance

Kids Definition

ambience

noun

am·​bi·​ence

variants or ambiance

ˈam-bē-ən(t)s  ˈäm-bē-än(t)s 

: a feeling or mood that is related to a particular place, person, or thing