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as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
the fireplace and cozy armchairs give the bookstore the atmosphere of a comfortable home
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as in environments
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded
liked the quiet and scholarly atmosphere of his prep school
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Recent Examples of atmospheres
Merciless, vile, and downright sadistic, The Rite delivers stunning entertainment that strays away from depending on shadows and eerie atmospheres.
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Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Many super-puffs get their inflated atmospheres from tidal heating.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Our staff ranked the best playoff atmospheres among the four remaining teams.
—Sam Settleman, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
The team used global circulation models (GCMs) and computer simulations of entire planetary atmospheres to test this theory.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
The Future At NASA, the future of exoplanet science will emphasize finding rocky planets similar to Earth and studying their atmospheres for biosignatures — any characteristic, element, molecule, substance, or feature that can be used as evidence of past or present life, says the space agency.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Could some of these haze-rich exoplanets have something remarkable within their atmospheres?
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 10 Sep. 2025
Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Many super-puffs get their inflated atmospheres from tidal heating.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Our staff ranked the best playoff atmospheres among the four remaining teams.
—Sam Settleman, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
The team used global circulation models (GCMs) and computer simulations of entire planetary atmospheres to test this theory.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
The Future At NASA, the future of exoplanet science will emphasize finding rocky planets similar to Earth and studying their atmospheres for biosignatures — any characteristic, element, molecule, substance, or feature that can be used as evidence of past or present life, says the space agency.
—Bruce Dorminey, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Could some of these haze-rich exoplanets have something remarkable within their atmospheres?
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for atmospheres
Noun
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Supportive learning environments, adequate time for instructions and all that balance.—
Ilana Arougheti
Updated October 30,
Kansas City Star,
30 Oct. 2025
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By combining autonomous flight endurance with next-generation networking technology, the companies hope to demonstrate a new mobile, persistent connectivity that can bridge communication gaps in maritime, remote, or denied environments.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Oct. 2025
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Between the sounds, the smells and the watchable crowd, the neighborhood was happening.—
Ken Perrotte,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Garbage disposals can flush away food debris on pots and pans in a flash, but anyone who owns one of these devices knows that unpleasant smells are a regular occurrence.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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The straw color belied its aromas of red raspberry, peach, and pink grapefruit zest.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
30 Oct. 2025
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These are serious temples of pleasure, with irresistible aromas wafting out and window displays beckoning with equal measures of art and enticement.—
Aleksandra Crapanzano,
The Atlantic,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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If they were considered unimportant to the team’s chances of success, Zidane and Ancelotti did not worry too much if their feelings got hurt.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Since posting on Reddit, hundreds of people have commented their thoughts and feelings on the situation.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While some neighborhoods have gotten attention, the progress has been uneven and isn't reaching the same critical mass of development and redevelopment success that has benefited the downtown area and its surrounds.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Grosvenor over a career spanning six decades created art that investigated the spatial relationship between the viewer, the work, and its surrounds.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
11 Sep. 2025
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The show will be available to stream with a regular Hulu subscription on Sunday, the day after a new episode airs.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Oct. 2025
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The Drew Barrymore Show airs weekdays on CBS.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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The introduction of more breathable fabrics and styles for the typically two-piece white garments is key, especially for those who struggle to wear them for medical reasons or live in warm climates.—
Holly Meyer,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
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Contact with moisture can damage NEO; therefore, outdoor climates should be considered when users want to use the robot outside.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Atmospheres.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/atmospheres. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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