atmospheric

adjective

at·mo·spher·ic ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-ik

-ˈsfer-

: of, relating to, or occurring in the atmosphere

atmospheric dust

: resembling the atmosphere : airy

: having, marked by, or contributing aesthetic or emotional atmosphere

an atmospheric inn

also : marked by an emphasis on impression or tone

atmospherically

ˌat-mə-ˈsfir-i-k(ə-)lē

-ˈsfer-

adverb

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Using data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have unraveled some of the atmospheric secrets of a bizarre, blisteringly hot world that has the consistency of marshmallow. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Burgasser added that the study’s categorization scheme using temperatures and atmospheric properties can be useful for the field moving forward. — Jack Guy, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026 What Maryland residents can expect this winter Forecasters will continue monitoring Pacific Ocean temperatures, atmospheric conditions and seasonal outlooks to assess how El Niño could affect the Mid-Atlantic as winter approaches. — Gregory Padgett, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 The atmospheric drama followed a closeted physical ed teacher in Newcastle, navigating the introduction of Margaret Thatcher’s Section 28 anti-gay law. — Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for atmospheric

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Etymology

atmosphere + -ic entry 1

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of atmospheric was in 1722

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atmospheric

adjective

at·mo·spher·ic ˌat-mə-ˈsfi(ə)r-ik

-ˈsfer-

: of or relating to the atmosphere

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atmospherically

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atmospheric

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