atmosphere

• Nom désignant la couche de gaz entourant une planète, en particulier la Terre, ou l'ambiance générale, le sentiment ou le caractère d'un lieu ou d'une situation.

A noun referring to the layer of gases surrounding a planet, especially Earth, or the general mood, feeling, or character of a place or situation.

1. Gaseous envelopeB1formal

   The layer of gases surrounding a planet, especially Earth.

   Atmosphère (enveloppe gazeuse)

   • The Earth's atmosphere protects us from harmful solar radiation.
   • Scientists study the composition of the Martian atmosphere.
   • Pollution is damaging the upper atmosphere.

   Synonymesair

2. Mood or feelingA2formal

   The overall mood, character, or feeling of a place, situation, or work of art.

   atmosphère (sens figuré)

   • The restaurant had a romantic atmosphere with dim lighting.
   • A tense atmosphere filled the room during the negotiation.
   • The music created a relaxing atmosphere in the spa.

   Synonymesairambienceauracharacterclimatefeelfeelingmoodqualityspirittenortonevibe