am·bi·ence /ˈæmbɪəns/ n. 1. 周围环境;气氛,格调 “You'll find this a nice ambience,” says Henry, as they go into the room. 他们走进房间时亨利说,“你会发觉这儿的环境相当舒适。” in the evangelical ambience 在福音派教会的氛围中 The poem reflects the upbeat ambience of life. 这首诗反映了乐观向上的生活基调。 2. (烘托艺术品基调的)点缀 3. (给人以现场录音印象而添加的)背景杂音 [<Fr ambiance < ambiant surrounding]