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ambiance

The word ambiance is defined as the atmosphere or feeling of a place.

(noun)

An example of ambiance is an upscale restaurant with fine décor and candle light.

See ambiance in American Heritage Dictionary 4

also am·bi·ence

noun

The special atmosphere or mood created by a particular environment: “The noir ambience is dominated by low-key lighting . . . and deep shadows, creating feelings of disorientation, loneliness and entrapment” (UCLA Film/TV Archive).

Origin:

Origin: French

Origin: , from ambiant, surrounding

Origin: , from Latin ambiēns, ambient-; see ambient

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