climate
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the general feeling, mood, or situation in a place or among a group of people.
the prevailing trend of public opinion or the general social, political, or economic atmosphere.
Simple“The current political climate makes it difficult for the two parties to agree.”
In context“In the current economic climate, many small businesses are struggling to secure the loans they need for expansion.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
a place or region that has a certain type of weather.
a region or area characterized by a particular set of climatic conditions.
Simple“They decided to move to a warmer climate to help with his health.”
In context“The explorer spent years documenting the flora and fauna found only in these remote, tropical climates.”
Synonymsregionclime
Usage climate change · climate crisis · climate breakdown
From Middle English climat, from Old French climat, from Latin clima, from Ancient Greek κλίμα (klíma, “latitude”, literally “inclination”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.