variants
or ambiance
as in aroma
a special quality or impression associated with something
the exurb has the unmistakable ambience of old money
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of ambience
Candle Wax Lighting a few candles is an easy way to create a festive ambience, but wax drips and splatters are often an unfortunate result.
—
Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
Waiting To Set The Mood With Lighting Create ambience with your lighting long before guests arrive.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
But the food, the drinks, the ambience, the people — the people are elated.
—Jeremy Rellosa, Curbed, 21 Nov. 2024
This is a sculpture when not playing music, a spectacular device that contributes ambience.
—Sofia Goldstein, SPIN, 6 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for ambience 
Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
Waiting To Set The Mood With Lighting Create ambience with your lighting long before guests arrive.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
But the food, the drinks, the ambience, the people — the people are elated.
—Jeremy Rellosa, Curbed, 21 Nov. 2024
This is a sculpture when not playing music, a spectacular device that contributes ambience.
—Sofia Goldstein, SPIN, 6 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for ambience
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambience
Noun
-
The nose features elegant and fresh aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, accompanied by subtle floral notes of rose petal and violet, spice notes of cinnamon and clove, and an earthy forest floor undertone.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
-
Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch.—
Megan Zhang,
Saveur,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The stinging in my eyeballs from sweat and sunscreen mixes with the unmistakable smell of rotting flesh.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
16 Jan. 2025
-
We were enveloped by the smell of smoke, but everything else felt normal.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The sugar kelp is sustainably farmed off the British Columbia coast, adding maritime aromas and flavors.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
-
The flavor is vibrant, and there is no need for toppings.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
With so many comparisons, their head-to-head matchup has an aura of inevitability.—
Oskar Garcia,
The Athletic,
18 Jan. 2025
-
Pisces! January begins with the love planet slipping into your sign, adorning your aura and love life with whimsical charm and a dreamy aesthetic that’s irresistible and alluring, perfect for calling in your soul mate.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
10 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The researchers suggest that these white lights arise due to a combination of heating in the ionosphere due to the surrounding aurora, as well as the chemiluminescence of some other gases in the atmosphere, possibly nitrogen dioxide.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
13 Jan. 2025
-
Fire tornadoes occur when intense wind combines with conditions in the atmosphere to produce clouds of smoke that reach 20,000 to 40,000 feet, Swain said.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA TODAY,
13 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near ambience
Cite this Entry
“Ambience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambience. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share