ambiance

[ am-bee-uhns; French ahn-byahns ]

/ ˈæm bi əns; French ɑ̃ˈbyɑ̃s /

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noun, plural am·bi·anc·es

[am-bee-uhn-siz; French ahn-byahns]. /ˈæm bi ən sɪz; French ɑ̃ˈbyɑ̃s/.

the mood, character, quality, tone, atmosphere, etc., particularly of an environment or milieu: The restaurant had a delightful ambiance.

that which surrounds or encompasses; environment.

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Origin of ambiance

First recorded in 1885–95; from French, equivalent to ambi(ant) “surrounding” (Middle French, also ambient ), from Latin; see ambient + -ance -ance

At least 100 canaries had been brought in to add some cheery chirping to the ambiance, and they were suspended in cages over the frigid dance floor, where 3,000 guests shivered in overcoats and hats.
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A fragrant candle affects the ambiance of your space subtly but intimately, shifting your mood based on scent alone.
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This is a more relaxed LGBTQ atmosphere with craft cocktails, theme nights, and a chill ambiance.
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Instead, the writers had to rely on visual cues and ambiance.
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I hope our participants see the dynamic ambiance of this unique city.
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Again and again, the band sacrifices the simple joy of a pop hook for the sake of a dense, meditative ambiance.
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The ambiance is almost asexual as rockabilly and Motown play in the background.
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The clientele enjoy participating in the affluent ambiance that the music projects.
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