atmospheric

adjective

at·​mo·​spher·​ic ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-ik 

-ˈsfer-

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

atmospherically

ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-i-k(ə-)lē 

-ˈsfer-

adverb

Examples of atmospheric in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Dining options range from atmospheric indoor rooms to outdoor terraces–all of which are made all the more magical after dark with candlelight. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

The work’s whistling sounds are activated by pouring liquid into a spout and swirling it around to create changes in atmospheric pressure within. —Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 2 June 2026

This cooling shifts atmospheric circulation, influencing weather around the globe. —Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 1 June 2026

Head north to Porto, famous for its colorful riverside architecture, historic wine cellars or visit Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in the world, offering rich medieval history, ancient libraries and atmospheric cobblestone streets. —Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

atmosphere + -ic entry 1

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing atmospheric

• atmospheric river

Rhymes for atmospheric

• allosteric
• amphoteric
• anomeric
• chromospheric
• climacteric
• congeneric
• dysenteric
• esoteric
• exoteric
• isomeric
• lithospheric
• mesenteric

Kids Definition

atmospheric

adjective

at·​mo·​spher·​ic ˌat-mə-ˈsfi(ə)r-ik 

-ˈsfer-

: of or relating to the atmosphere

atmospheric pressure

atmospherically

-i-k(ə-)lē 

adverb