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Weather

UK /["/ˈweðə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈweðər/"]/

Definition

the condition of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, such as the temperature, and if there is wind, rain, sun, etc.

In simple words: The condition outside, like sun, rain, or snow.

Examples

  • The weather is beautiful today.
  • What is the weather like in your city?
  • The weather forecast says it will rain tomorrow.
  • Inclement weather can cause flight delays.
  • I love sunny weather during the summer.
  • The weather changes quickly in spring.

Usage notes

Use 'weather' when talking about outdoor conditions. It is neutral and can be used in everyday conversation, as well as in reports. Avoid using it in highly technical contexts, like meteorology where specific terms are preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'weather' as the 'wet' and 'air' that you feel outside.

Collocations

  • beautiful
  • excellent
  • fair
  • spell
  • enjoy
  • have
  • brave
  • clear
  • clear up
  • improve
  • conditions
  • patterns
  • system
  • a change in the weather
  • in all weather
  • in all weather conditions

Synonyms

  • atmospheric conditions
  • climate
  • meteorological conditions
  • sky conditions

Antonyms

  • storm
  • bad weather

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'weather' with 'whether'.
  • Using 'weather' in a singular form instead of plural.
  • Mixing it up with 'climate', which describes long-term patterns.