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atmospheric (adjective)

Describes a place or a piece of art that creates a distinctive and often pleasant or interesting mood or feeling. It can also relate to the layer of gases surrounding the Earth or another planet in a scientific context.

💬 Example

"The small café was very atmospheric with its dim lighting and soft jazz music."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Sphere' of 'Atmos' (vapor). If a room has a lot of 'vapor' (mood), it is atmospheric. If you are talking abo...

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🔗 Synonyms
evocative moody ambient characterful immersive
⚠️ Common Mistakes

The atmospheric was very good. → The atmosphere was very good.

I like at-MOS-pheric music. → I like at-mos-PHER-ic music.

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