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circumambient

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˌsɜːrkəmˈæmbiənt//

KK: /sɜrˈkʌmˌæm.bi.ənt/

adjective
Definition

Surrounding or encompassing something completely from all sides.


Example

The circumambient atmosphere created a sense of isolation for the small village.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever noticed how circumambient sounds can change the vibe of a place?
Sloth B
Totally! It makes everything feel more immersive and lively.
Sloth A
Yeah, I love how the circumambient sounds at the beach make it so relaxing.
Sloth B
Right? It's like nature creates the perfect soundtrack.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
encompassing
surrounding
peripheral
Antonyms
central
inner
internal
Root Explanation

Circumambient is formed from "circum-" (meaning around) and "ambire" (meaning to go around). The word describes something that surrounds or is situated around something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that goes 'around' ('circum-') another thing — that's why circumambient means surrounding.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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