atmosphere — the mixture of gases that surrounds the earth
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the mixture of gases that surrounds the earth
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈætməsˌfɪr/
Example Sentences
- The party's atmosphere was so awkward that even the balloons looked uncomfortable.
- Scientists study the atmosphere to understand climate change.
- The cozy atmosphere of the café made him fall asleep in his coffee.
atmosphere
NOUN[/ˈætməsˌfɪr/]
the mixture of gases that surrounds the earth
The candlelit jazz bar has such a cozy atmosphere that strangers feel like old friends.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'atmos' (vapor, steam) and 'sphaira' (sphere, ball). The term was coined in the 17th century to describe the gaseous envelope surrounding Earth.
Breakdown
atmos (Greek: vapor, steam) + sphaira (Greek: sphere) = atmosphere
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📝Examples
“The party's atmosphere was so awkward that even the balloons looked uncomfortable.”
“Scientists study the atmosphere to understand climate change.”
“The cozy atmosphere of the café made him fall asleep in his coffee.”
“The teacher tried to create a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.”
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