Aromatic: meaning, definitions and examples
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aromatic
[ ˌær.əˈmæt.ɪk ]
smell
Having a pleasant and distinctive smell, usually relating to spices, herbs, or other substances.
Synonyms
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aromatic |
Often used to describe something with a strong, pleasant smell, especially in relation to food, spices, and herbs.
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fragrant |
Typically used to describe something with a sweet, pleasant smell, more commonly used for flowers, perfumes, and some foods. It tends to have a romantic or delicate connotation.
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perfumed |
Primarily refers to something that has been intentionally scented, often with synthetic fragrances. Used mostly for personal care products, clothes, and sometimes environments.
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scented |
Refers to objects or substances that have had a smell added to them and can be either artificially or naturally scented. Commonly used for candles, soaps, and cleaning products.
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Examples of usage
- The aromatic scent of fresh coffee filled the room.
- She added aromatic herbs to the stew to enhance the flavor.
chemistry
Relating to or having an odor or fragrance.
Synonyms
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aromatic |
Used to describe strong, pleasant smells often related to food, spices, and plants.
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odorous |
Describes something that has a strong smell, which can be either pleasant or unpleasant. Often used in a more formal or scientific context.
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perfumed |
Indicates a strong, pleasant smell that often comes from added fragrances; commonly used for beauty products or personal care items.
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fragrant |
Typically refers to sweet or pleasant smells, especially those from flowers and perfumes.
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Examples of usage
- The aromatic compounds in the perfume give it a long-lasting scent.
- The chemist identified the aromatic hydrocarbons in the sample.
chemistry
A substance having a pleasant and distinctive smell.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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aromatic |
Used to describe something that has a strong, pleasant smell, often associated with spices, teas, or herbs.
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fragrance |
Typically used to describe a sweet or pleasant smell, often associated with flowers, perfumes, or nature.
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perfume |
Usually refers to a liquid mixture used to give a pleasant smell, commonly associated with cosmetic products.
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scent |
A general word for a smell, which can be pleasant or neutral. This term is often used for both natural smells and manufactured fragrances.
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Examples of usage
- The lavender oil is an aromatic used in aromatherapy.
- Aromatic compounds are commonly used in the production of perfumes.
Translations
Translations of the word "aromatic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 aromático
🇮🇳 सुगंधित
🇩🇪 aromatisch
🇮🇩 aromatik
🇺🇦 ароматний
🇵🇱 aromatyczny
🇯🇵 芳香
🇫🇷 aromatique
🇪🇸 aromático
🇹🇷 aromatik
🇰🇷 향기로운
🇸🇦 عطري
🇨🇿 aromatický
🇸🇰 aromatický
🇨🇳 芳香
🇸🇮 aromatičen
🇮🇸 ilmríkur
🇰🇿 хош иісті
🇬🇪 არომატული
🇦🇿 aromatik
🇲🇽 aromático
Etymology
The word 'aromatic' originates from the Greek word 'aromatikos', meaning 'fragrant'. The term has been used since ancient times to describe substances with a pleasant smell. Aromatics have played a significant role in perfumery, cuisine, and medicine throughout history, with various cultures valuing aromatic substances for their sensory and therapeutic properties.
See also: aroma, aromatize, aromatized.
Word Frequency Rank
Position #8,216 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.
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