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negative atmosphere

[ˈnɛɡətɪv ˈætməsfɪr]
noun phrasepl: negative atmospheres
atmosfera negativa
1. A social or emotional environment characterized by hostility, pessimism, tension, or unfavorable conditions
The negative atmosphere in the office after the layoffs affected everyone's productivity.
A atmosfera negativa no escritório após os cortes de pessoal afetou a produtividade de todos.
2. An environment lacking positivity, encouragement, or optimism
The coach tried to improve team morale by eliminating the negative atmosphere.
O treinador tentou melhorar o moral da equipe eliminando a atmosfera negativa.
NYC Slang
bad vibes
Synonyms
hostile environmenttense atmospheregloomy moodpessimistic climateunfavorable conditionstoxic environment
Antonyms
positive atmosphereoptimistic environmentfriendly climatewelcoming environmentsupportive atmosphere

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atmosfera negativa
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
clima ruim
More colloquial alternative
São Paulo
atmosfera pesada
Common alternative meaning heavy/oppressive atmosphere
Portugal
atmosfera negativa
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

a cloud of negativity
dark clouds looming
thick tension in the air
a heavy mood
standing on thin ice
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