ambient lighting

noun

UK /ˈæm.bi.ənt ˈlaɪ.tɪŋ/

US /ˈæm.bi.ənt ˈlaɪ.tɪŋ/

Soft light that fills a whole room and makes it feel cozy.

The restaurant used warm ambient lighting to make everyone feel relaxed.

SYNONYMS

soft lighting indirect lighting background lighting mood lighting

RELATED WORDS

lamp glow atmosphere illumination fixture

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Light that comes from many directions in a space rather than one bright source.

The photographer adjusted the ambient lighting before taking the portrait.

3. The general light level of a place, such as a room or street.

Sensors measure the ambient lighting and turn the screen brighter or dimmer.

4. Decorative lighting used to set a mood rather than to see clearly.

They added ambient lighting under the shelves for a soft evening glow.