ambiens

am\ˈbī-ənz

Definitions

1. noun

a verb or a predicate adjective in the ablative absolute construction, used to describe the conditions under which something takes place

“The ambiens of the storm made it impossible to go outside.”

2. verb

to be present while something is happening

“The tree ambiens the beauty of the surrounding landscape.”

Synonyms

  • enclosing
  • surrounding

Antonyms

  • isolating
  • separating