C2
ambience vs atmosphere vs vibe
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ambiencenoun/ˈæm.bi.əns/ | Meaning the character and feeling of a place, such as a restaurant or hotel | Goes with relaxed ambience | Example Soft jazz and candles give the bar a relaxed ambience. |
| atmospherenoun/ˈæt.mə.sfɪr/ | Meaning the mood or feeling of a place or event; also the layer of gases around the earth | Goes with create an atmosphere | Example The café has a relaxed atmosphere, so I often study there on weekends. |
| vibenoun/vaɪb/ | Meaning the feeling or atmosphere that a person or place gives you | Goes with good vibe | Example He gives off a weird vibe, I don't trust him. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Lanterns create a romantic along the river.