atmosphere

noun/ˈætməsˌfɪr/

Frequency rank: #2,196 most common English word

Meaning

The mood or feeling of a place; the air surrounding the earth.

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Example sentence

The classroom had a positive atmosphere that helped everyone feel comfortable.

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