genius loci

noun

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Recent Examples of genius loci The Design Of Elsewhere Designing for a specific place requires a specific kind of attention — an immersion in the genius loci that is the animating principle behind some of DesignAgency’s most celebrated work. — Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026 The attempt at a borghetto, a small village, half Tuscany, half Puglia maybe, a borghetto with no soul and no genius loci, a shitty place, a borghetto di merda. — Francesco Pacifico, The Dial, 9 Dec. 2025 These stories, embedded in the design, culture and essence of a destination, tap into the spirit of place, or genius loci, creating a narrative that resonates on a personal level. — Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer. — Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius loci
  1. characteristic
  2. climate
  3. atmosphere
  4. property
  5. ambience
  6. mood
  7. flavor
  8. karma
Noun
  • Historically, the Grand Sport has borrowed its design characteristics from the range-topping Z06, and that’s no different this time around.
    — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026
  • This potentially allows the same aircraft platform to undertake different types of strike missions while carrying weapons configured for different target characteristics.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of characteristic
Noun
  • Storm tracker Doyle Rice and Dinah Voyles Pulver are national correspondents for USA TODAY, with a focus on weather and climate.
    — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • But this farm in landlocked Burkina Faso is part of national efforts to reduce overall reliance on imports and adapt to an ever-harsher climate in the dry heat of Africa’s Sahel region.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of climate
Noun
  • One Rassvet satellite from the March launch never made any significant maneuvers and reentered the atmosphere in June.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 2 Sep. 2026
  • We were immediately drawn to the world of this Tamil-language psychological horror, with its mystery, atmosphere, emotional depth and sustained tension.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of atmosphere
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  • Other alleged violations — which total 23 in all — range from not having any smoke or carbon monoxide detectors throughout the property to failing to maintain the building in a structurally safe and stable condition.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • With a light, silky texture, the brand’s body balm combines the hydrating properties of a body lotion with the anti-aging effects of a potent serum.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of property
Noun
  • And Redfish Grill’s indoor-outdoor setting offers both flexibility and ambiance.
    — South Seas Island Resort, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026
  • These concerts are full of ambiance, great music and stellar performances as musicians play by candlelight.
    — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of ambience
Noun
  • Not even Jeff being annoyed at Kasandra’s drunkenness can ruin the mood.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
  • For the campaign, Browne once again turned to Robbie Lawrence to capture the mood and beauty of Scotland.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of mood
Noun
  • In This Article Key Takeaways Fresh corn doesn’t need to boil for very long to enhance its sweet flavor and crunch.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors have become increasingly common across grocery stores and restaurant menus, while the customizable bowl has become a fixture of the American workday lunch.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of flavor
Noun
  • Coltrane is also deeply interested in the Buddhist principles of karma and dharma, or the moral duties and obligations to a right way of life, which are sprinkled throughout the novel.
    — Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • As karma might require, North Dakota offensive tackle Trace Thaden (Millard West), Oregon linebacker Devon Jackson (Omaha Burke) and Iowa center Kade Pieper (Norfolk Catholic) are set to play against Nebraska this fall.
    — Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of karma

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“Genius loci.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genius%20loci. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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