genius loci

noun

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Recent Examples of genius loci These stories, embedded in the design, culture and essence of a destination, tap into the spirit of place, or genius loci, creating a narrative that resonates on a personal level. — Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 Inspiration was found in the genius loci of this region, known for both the elegance of its Renaissance villas and the rough-hewn farmhouses that date back to medieval times. — ELLE Decor, 30 Nov. 2022 The wealthy part-time residents, with their renovation and caretaking and groundskeeping needs, are the mill in this town, so the genius loci is also an employer. — Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Aug. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genius loci
  1. characteristic
  2. climate
  3. atmosphere
  4. property
  5. ambience
  6. mood
  7. flavor
  8. karma
Noun
  • To pick some specific characteristics, no two athletes are going to have identical muscle constructions, bone densities, leg lengths, centres of gravity, tendon strength, foot-size or foot arches.
    — Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Each impart different characteristics due to their distinct wood grain and chemical compositions.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of characteristic
Noun
  • In the current economic climate, the book values of energy and infrastructure assets are significantly underestimated.
    — Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Indeed, this tree doesn’t naturally survive in the climate of Southern California.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of climate
Noun
  • The atmosphere is upscale and inviting, with a great drink selection featuring plenty of bourbons and craft cocktails.
    — Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The blurb for the comic: Millions of miles from home, hundreds of ships descend into the stormy atmosphere of a hostile frozen world.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of atmosphere
Noun
  • Staff at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach recall how their exclusive property in Dana Point, California became fully booked overnight.
    — Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The city of Los Angeles has cleared the way for three Pacific Palisades homeowners to begin rebuilding on their properties.
    — Liam Dillon, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of property
Noun
  • Set the ambience for sleep by making your room dark and cool.
    — Renée Onque, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The ambience at here is understated and elegant, and the staff's enthusiasm for the menu is genuine and infectious.
    — Carissa & Dino Tozzi, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
Definition of ambience
Noun
  • For those more in a jazzy mood, Ben L’Oncle Soul, Braxton Cook, Leven Kali, and Durand Jones & The Indications are for you.
    — Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Vito, seething and remorseless, grabs at control relentlessly; Frank, in no mood to fight, tries to cede it graciously, resulting in a lopsided tug-of-war.
    — Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of mood
Noun
  • These zero-cal options get their flavor from an artificial non-nutritive sweetener called aspartame.
    — Erica Sloan, SELF, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The students break up into groups of jobs including copywriting, flavor specialists, chefs, event organizers and promotions.
    — Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of flavor
Noun
  • Some observe a Buddhist diet and begin the holiday with a vegan dish to bring good karma for the coming year.
    — Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2023
  • Can a business bring good or bad karma to its organization?
    — Darick Spears, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2022
Definition of karma

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