atmospheric
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at·mo·spher·ic

adjective \ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-ik, -ˈsfer-\

Definition of ATMOSPHERIC

1
a : of, relating to, or occurring in the atmosphere <atmospheric dust>
b : resembling the atmosphere : airy
2
: having, marked by, or contributing aesthetic or emotional atmosphere <an atmospheric inn>; also : marked by an emphasis on impression or tone
at·mo·spher·i·cal·ly \-i-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

First Known Use of ATMOSPHERIC

circa 1735

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