Ambient, which comes from the Latin verb ambīre meaning “to surround, encircle, or embrace,” most often describes things—such as noise or humidity—that are all around someone, from top to bottom.

AMBIENT definition: of the surrounding area or environment: The temperature in the display case was 20° lower than the ambient temperature. See examples of ambient used in a sentence.

AMBIENT definition: 1. (especially of environmental conditions) existing in the surrounding area: 2. (especially of…. Learn more.

1. of or relating to the immediate surroundings: the ambient temperature was 15°C. 2. creating a relaxing atmosphere: ambient music.

Definition of ambient adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

3 meanings: 1. of or relating to the immediate surroundings 2. creating a relaxing atmosphere 3. informal ambient music.... Click for more definitions.

2 days ago · 1. Ambient (adjective): Relating to the surrounding environment or atmosphere. 2. Ambient (noun): Background noise or atmosphere in a particular setting. The word "ambient" is often used to …

6 days ago · Adjective ambient (comparative more ambient, superlative most ambient) Encompassing on all sides; surrounding; encircling; enveloping. A cup of warm tea eventually cools to the ambient …

Encompassing on all sides; surrounding; encircling; enveloping. A cup of tea eventually cools to the ambient temperature.

of the surrounding area or environment: The tape recorder picked up too many ambient noises. The temperature in the display case was 20° lower than the ambient temperature.