ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Ambiance

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɒm.bi.ɒns/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Ambiance is a noun meaning A particular mood or atmosphere of an environment or surrounding influence.

Meaning

A particular mood or atmosphere of an environment or surrounding influence.

More Meanings

  1. (computer graphics) Of a three-dimensional model, a secondary color of a polygon that becomes more pronounced with shading.

Example Sentences

The pressures […] on a post-pubescent youngster, still half-child-half-man/woman, are difficult enough for someone whose sexuality fits into the accepted ambiance, i.e., heterosexuality.

Word Forms

Synonyms for ambiance

Depending on context, synonyms include ambience, atmosphere.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include ambience, atmosphere, environment, ambient, mood, climate.

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