Simple meaning
What does Atmosphere mean?
Atmosphere is the air layer around a planet.
Dictionary definition
Atmosphere means the layer of gases around a planet.
Example sentences
Atmosphere in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what atmosphere means.
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The reading passage used atmosphere to explain an Earth and space science idea.
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During a classroom model activity, using atmosphere correctly made our explanation more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Atmosphere
air layerRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
gas envelopeRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
sky layerRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
vacuumHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
empty spaceHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Atmosphere word family
Base word
atmosphere
noun
atmosphere
Base form.
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What does atmosphere mean?
Atmosphere means atmosphere is the air layer around a planet.
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