C1adjectivescienceenvironment
US/ˌæt.məsˈfer.ɪk/
UK/ˌæt.məsˈfer.ɪk/
connected with the air around the Earth; also creating a special mood or feeling
In context
Atmospheric carbon dioxide is now higher than at any time in human history.
Weather balloons measure atmospheric pressure and humidity as they rise.
The old town of Hoi An is especially atmospheric at night.
Words that go with atmospheric
adjective + noun
- atmospheric pressureA sudden drop in atmospheric pressure often means a storm is coming.
- atmospheric conditionsPoor atmospheric conditions delayed the rocket launch.
- atmospheric pollutionAtmospheric pollution causes millions of early deaths each year.
- atmospheric scientistAn atmospheric scientist explained why the haze was so thick.
- atmospheric riverAn atmospheric river brought days of heavy rain to California.
- atmospheric musicThe film uses quiet, atmospheric music to build tension.