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Definition of ambiance

ambiance

/ˈæm.bi.əns/
(UK: ambience)
am · bi · ance
Plural:ambiances
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Adjective:ambient
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• noun

1

The distinctive character, mood, or atmosphere of a place, situation, or artistic work.

Example

"The soft lighting and acoustic music gave the restaurant a warm, inviting ambiance."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Both 'ambiance' (retaining the French spelling) and 'ambience' are standard and acceptable in English, though 'ambiance' is especially common in hospitality, dining, and interior design contexts.

• Rhymes for ambiance

• Nearby Words

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ambidextrously

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 19th century from French ambiance ('surrounding atmosphere'), derived from ambient ('surrounding'), which comes from Latin ambire ('to go around').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ambiance. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ambiance
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