1. a weather system characterized by high atmospheric pressure at its center, typically bringing clear skies and calm conditions
Usage: meteorology

Examples

• The anticyclone brought several days of sunny weather to the region.
• Weather forecasters predicted that the anticyclone would remain stationary over the area.
• Clear skies and light winds are typical characteristics of an anticyclone.
• The high-pressure anticyclone prevented storm systems from moving through.
• Pilots often take advantage of the stable conditions created by anticyclones.
• The anticyclone’s clockwise rotation in the Northern Hemisphere creates predictable wind patterns.