B1nountravelenvironment
US/ˈæt.mə.sfɪr/
UK/ˈæt.mə.sfɪə/
the mood or feeling of a place or event; also the layer of gases around the earth
In context
The café has a relaxed atmosphere, so I often study there on weekends.
There was a tense atmosphere in the office after the manager resigned.
Burning coal releases large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
Words that go with atmosphere
adjective + noun
- relaxed atmosphereThe hostel has a relaxed atmosphere and very friendly staff.
- friendly atmosphereNew employees often say the team has a friendly atmosphere.
- tense atmosphereThe talks took place in a tense atmosphere.
- lively atmosphereThe night market has a lively atmosphere, with music and street food everywhere.
verb + noun
- create an atmosphereSoft lights and quiet music help create a calm atmosphere.
noun + preposition
- atmosphere ofThere was an atmosphere of excitement before the final match.
noun + noun
- Earth's atmosphereSome gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The atmosphere in Hanoi is very polluted today.Correct: The air in Hanoi is very polluted today.