climate

noun

ˈklī-mət How to pronounce climate (audio)
Definition of climatenext
1
as in atmosphere
a special quality or impression associated with something a new inner-city school designed to encourage a climate of learning

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2
as in environment
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded it's hard to concentrate in this hectic climate

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Recent Examples of climate The Jewish farmers from Adamah and Pearlstone are now part of a large umbrella organization, also called Adamah, that engages in interfaith climate advocacy work at national and international levels. — Adrienne Krone, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2026 Hilton has argued that California's climate policies and regulations are a major reason for the state's high gas prices. — Richard Ramos, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026 Since 2025 the government has sought to redirect grant money toward artificial intelligence, technology, and nuclear energy and has reduced funding for climate, health and social science projects. — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 3 Nov. 2026 An academic climate that fosters inquiry and inclusion is still possible. — Nancy Koppelman, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for climate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for climate
  1. atmosphere
  2. environment
  3. aura
  4. surround
  5. air
  6. smell
  7. aroma
Noun
  • Outside, stone walls, winding walkways and lush gardens gave the property a rustic, English country feel, as did the porch and relaxed atmosphere.
    — Heather Senison, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2026
  • This is immediately clear upon crossing the threshold, when the atmosphere takes on a futuristic tone, as a corridor of Ando’s signature industrial concrete and light wood lattices carries visitors deep inside the building.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of atmosphere
Noun
  • The process requires specialized mirrors and a vacuum environment because EUV light is readily absorbed by many materials.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Democrats’ sweep Tuesday night delivered their largest House majority in decades, flipping traditionally Republican seats across the country thanks to a favorable political environment.
    — Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of environment
Noun
  • For the site of their hard launch, the odd couple chose Perfecting Church, a Black church in Detroit, evidently seeking to exploit the aura of social justice implicit in the Black faith tradition.
    — Ta-Nehisi Coates, Vanity Fair, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Over a career spanning five decades, von Rydingsvard transformed humble four-by-four chunks of wood into towering shapes whose puzzling bumps and hollows gave them the aura of ancient living beings.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of aura
Noun
  • The industrial metal surround is echoed in the kitchen’s slate-gray hood and backsplash, which is contrasted by glossy eggshell cabinetry and a sturdy wooden island.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2026
  • An electric fireplace and lots of glazing round out the space, and the timber shiplap finish and faux stone fireplace surround are a nice touch, lending it a cabin-like look.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of surround
Noun
  • Hundreds of thousands of families were left without power overnight as Moscow sought to exploit Ukraine's shortage of air defenses, Zelenskyy said in a post on social media.
    — HANNA ARHIROVA, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Paxton is trailing in most polls while receiving the most air support of any candidate.
    — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of air
Noun
  • The smell of old leather and engine oil, the heavy doors and the view of St Moritz slipping past the windows only added to the sense of occasion.
    — Fergus Scholes, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This past June, a fire east of downtown in a massive frozen-food warehouse caused weeks of foul smells and frustration.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of smell
Noun
  • Those compounds break down over time, so the aroma becomes much gentler.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Candle Candles make the best holiday gifts for anyone on your list, especially those of us who like to stay home and enjoy their invigorating aromas.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of aroma

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