atmosphere

[At·mos*phere]

An atmosphere is a surrounding environment or influence. If you and your coworkers talk behind each other's backs, you will create a nasty atmosphere at work.

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The whole mass of a'89riform fluid surrounding the earth; -- applied also to the gaseous envelope of any celestial orb, or other body; as, the atmosphere of Mars.

Noun
a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; "an air of mystery"; "the house had a neglected air"; "an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate''s headquarters"; "the place had an aura of romance"

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the mass of air surrounding the Earth; "there was great heat as the comet entered the atmosphere"; "it was exposed to the air"

Noun
the envelope of gases surrounding any celestial body

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a unit of pressure: the pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 mm high at sea level and 0 degrees centigrade

Noun
the weather or climate at some place; "the atmosphere was thick with fog"

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Noun
a particular environment or surrounding influence; "there was an atmosphere of excitement"


n.
The whole mass of aeriform fluid surrounding the earth; -- applied also to the gaseous envelope of any celestial orb, or other body; as, the atmosphere of Mars.

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Any gaseous envelope or medium.

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A supposed medium around various bodies; as, electrical atmosphere, a medium formerly supposed to surround electrical bodies.

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The pressure or weight of the air at the sea level, on a unit of surface, or about 14.7 Ibs. to the sq. inch.

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Any surrounding or pervading influence or condition.

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The portion of air in any locality, or affected by a special physical or sanitary condition; as, the atmosphere of the room; a moist or noxious atmosphere.


Atmosphere

At"mos*phere , n. [Gr. vapor (akin to Skr. 'betman breath, soul, G. athem breath) + sphere: cf. F. atmosph'8are. See Sphere.] 1. (Physics) (a) The whole mass of a'89riform fluid surrounding the earth; -- applied also to the gaseous envelope of any celestial orb, or other body; as, the atmosphere of Mars. (b) Any gaseous envelope or medium.
An atmosphere of cold oxygen.
2. A supposed medium around various bodies; as, electrical atmosphere, a medium formerly supposed to surround electrical bodies. Franklin. 3. The pressure or weight of the air at the sea level, on a unit of surface, or about 14.7 Ibs. to the sq. inch.
Hydrogen was liquefied under a pressure of 650 atmospheres.
4. Any surrounding or pervading influence or condition.
The chillest of social atmospheres.
5. The portion of air in any locality, or affected by a special physical or sanitary condition; as, the atmosphere of the room; a moist or noxious atmosphere.

The whole mass of a'89riform fluid surrounding the earth; -- applied also to the gaseous envelope of any celestial orb, or other body; as, the atmosphere of Mars.

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Usage Examples

I started in the restaurant business at the age of 19 as a waitress. I loved the atmosphere and the camaraderie of the restaurant business. I loved not having to go to an office. I loved making people happy.

Architecture is a art when one consciously or unconsciously creates aesthetic emotion in the atmosphere and when this environment produces well being.

Every baseball crowd, like every theatre audience, has its own distinctive attitude and atmosphere.

All I try to do is create an atmosphere that seems comfortable enough, that it removes tension and everyone feels free. If they feel free then behaviour happens, small moments happen and that's what ultimately works the best for me.

Feelings of worth can flourish only in an atmosphere where individual differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open, and rules are flexible - the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing family.

It is so often true that whether a person carries with him an atmosphere of gloom and depression or one of confidence and courage depends on his individual outlook.

Loads of chemicals and hazardous wastes have been introduced into the atmosphere that didn't even exist in 1948. The environmental condition of the planet is far worse than it was 42 years ago.

A woman should be home with the children, building that home and making sure there's a secure family atmosphere.

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Other Usage Examples

I think it is important that we rebuild an atmosphere of forgiveness and civility in every aspect of our lives.

A happy life must be to a great extent a quiet life, for it is only in an atmosphere of quiet that true joy dare live.

Especially when you play at home, you need a good atmosphere behind you.

Love is a portion of the soul itself, and it is of the same nature as the celestial breathing of the atmosphere of paradise.

College was especially sweet because of the positive, hopeful atmosphere of a college campus.

I was raised in an atmosphere of 'everything's fine.' But as I got older, I was like, 'Well no, everything's not fine. There is stuff that's sad.' I am a really sensitive person. I think I am too sensitive sometimes.

I love actors, both my parents were actors, and the work with actors is the most enjoyable part of making a film. It's important that they feel protected and are confident they won't be betrayed. When you create that atmosphere of trust, it's in the bag - the actors will do everything to satisfy you.

Expectancy is the atmosphere for miracles.

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