setting

/ˈsɛtɪŋ/
noun 5adj 1

Collocations

25
1

(noun.) place where sth happens

ADJ

unlikely

A quiet library proved to be an unlikely setting for the loudest argument I've ever witnessed.

unfamiliar

natural

The restaurant has a beautiful natural setting with trees and a river nearby.

attractive, beautiful, charming, delightful, idyllic, lovely, magnificent, perfect, picturesque | dramatic | peaceful, secluded, tranquil | intimate | formal, informal | rural

contemporary

The restaurant's modern design created a contemporary setting that appealed to younger diners.

social

Learning a new language is easier when you practice it in a social setting with friends.

work

Employees need to behave professionally in any work setting.

hospital, laboratory, etc. | cultural, educational, historical

domestic, family

My children learned to read in a family setting before they started school.

VERB + SETTING

create, provide

The candlelight and soft music created a romantic setting for their anniversary dinner.

PREP

in a/the ~

The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere in a quiet setting near the river.

~ for

The old castle provided a dramatic setting for the wedding ceremony.

~ in

The hospital scene was set in a small rural village during the 1950s.

~ of

The movie's tropical setting of white beaches and palm trees made it feel like a vacation.

2

(noun.) of controls

ADJ

high, low, moderate | default, standard

VERB + SETTING

adjust, change | increase, reduce

PREP

at a/the ~

The washing machine was at a delicate setting for my silk blouses.

Your note

not saved
0 chars