Synonyms

atmospheric

American

[at-muhs-fer-ik, -feer-] / ˌæt məsˈfɛr ɪk, -ˈfɪər- /

Also atmospherical

adjective

pertaining to, existing in, or consisting of the atmosphere.

atmospheric vapors.
caused by, produced by, or operated on by the atmosphere.

atmospheric storms.
resembling or suggestive of the atmosphere; having muted tones and softened or indistinct outlines; hazy.

atmospheric effects.
having or producing an emotional atmosphere.

atmospheric quality; atmospheric lighting.

Other Word Forms

atmospherically adverb
nonatmospheric adjective
nonatmospherical adjective
nonatmospherically adverb
unatmospheric adjective

Etymology

Origin of atmospheric

First recorded in 1775–85; atmosphere + -ic

Example Sentences

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He said: "Micrometeorites are samples of the Solar System's building blocks which can offer insights into early planetary formation, Earth's atmospheric history, and climate evolution."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

It opens with rumbling drums, a wandering upright bass, and an atmospheric synthesizer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Rocket-induced lightning from an enhanced atmospheric electric field is also a major risk.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The singer-songwriter’s ambitious new record blends heady, wide-ranging subject matter with gorgeously atmospheric, guitar-focused arrangements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The oxygenator can turn it into 02, then the atmospheric regulator will see the 02 content in the Hab is high, and pull it out of the air, storing it in the main 02 tanks.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

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