aromatic
Nice to smell
Aromatic describes something with a pleasant, distinctive smell—often herbs, spices, or woods: aromatic cedar, aromatic coffee.
The word suggests warmth and complexity rather than simple sweetness.
In chemistry, aromatic compounds contain ring structures like benzene, a technical sense unrelated to smell.
Emitting pleasant smell
- redolentSmelling strongly of something
- sweet-smellingHaving agreeable odor
- pungentSharply strong-smelling
- bouquetArranged cluster of blooms
essence · balmy · heady · intoxicating · ambrosial · perfumed · scented · odorous
Fragrant culinary leaf
- rosemaryFragrant culinary evergreen
- thymeAromatic culinary herb
- oreganoMediterranean culinary herb
- sageWisdom keeper or seasoning
mint · lavender · tarragon · marjoram · dill · cilantro · parsley · chervil
Aromatic hydrocarbon solvent
- tolueneAromatic solvent from petroleum
- naphthaleneBicyclic aromatic hydrocarbon
- phenolAromatic hydroxyl compound
- styreneAromatic hydrocarbon for plastics
xylene · hydrocarbon · aniline · phenyl · ring · compound · organic · substitution
Aromatic bark spice
- cardamomAromatic seed pod spice
- clovesDried flower-bud spice
- nutmegAromatic seed spice
- cuminGround aromatic seed
coriander · star anise · saffron · allspice · fenugreek · ginger · turmeric · peppercorn
Concentrated aromatic plant extract
- diffuserDevice that scatters evenly
- relaxationState of being unwound
- wellnessOverall state of health
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
calming · therapeutic · massage oil · spa · eucalyptus · lavender oil · carrier oil · inhalation
Having strong taste
- savoryAppetizing, not sweet
- seasonedFlavored or battle-tested
- infusedSaturated with flavor
- sautéedCooked quickly in fat
roasted · simmered · zesty · piquant · tangy · appetizing · mouthwatering · marinated
Pleasing olfactory quality
- parfumFrench word for perfume
- cologneLight men's fragrance
- eau de toiletteLight aromatic preparation
- notesBrief written records
accord · flacon · atomizer · oriental · musk · amber · base note · top note
Acidic yellow citrus
- orangeCitrus with segments
- limeAcidic green citrus
- grapefruitTangy citrus, often halved
- bergamotFragrant citrus for tea
citrus · zest · tangy · bright · refreshing · yuzu · citronella · mandarin
fragrant
Emitting pleasant smell
- redolentSmelling strongly of something
- sweet-smellingHaving agreeable odor
- pungentSharply strong-smelling
bouquet · essence · balmy · heady · intoxicating · ambrosial · perfumed · scented · odorous · odoriferous
basil
Fragrant culinary leaf
sage · mint · lavender · tarragon · marjoram · dill · cilantro · parsley · chervil · lemongrass
benzene
Aromatic hydrocarbon solvent
- tolueneAromatic solvent from petroleum
- naphthaleneBicyclic aromatic hydrocarbon
- phenolAromatic hydroxyl compound
styrene · xylene · hydrocarbon · aniline · phenyl · ring · compound · organic · substitution · resonance
cinnamon
Aromatic bark spice
cumin · coriander · star anise · saffron · allspice · fenugreek · ginger · turmeric · peppercorn · caraway
essential oil
Concentrated aromatic plant extract
- diffuserDevice that scatters evenly
- relaxationState of being unwound
- wellnessOverall state of health
soothing · calming · therapeutic · massage oil · spa · eucalyptus · lavender oil · carrier oil · inhalation · nebulizer
flavorful
Having strong taste
sautéed · roasted · simmered · zesty · piquant · tangy · appetizing · mouthwatering · marinated · seasoning
fragrance
Pleasing olfactory quality
- parfumFrench word for perfume
- cologneLight men's fragrance
- eau de toiletteLight aromatic preparation
notes · accord · flacon · atomizer · oriental · musk · amber · base note · top note · fixative
lemon
Acidic yellow citrus
- orangeCitrus with segments
- limeAcidic green citrus
- grapefruitTangy citrus, often halved
bergamot · citrus · zest · tangy · bright · refreshing · yuzu · citronella · mandarin · kumquat
aromaticfoul-smelling
Emitting unpleasant odors
fetid · malodorous · stinking · putrid · reeking
- aromatic leavesScented plant matter
- aromatic herbsFragrant plants for flavoring
- aromatic plantVegetation with notable fragrance
- aromatic oilsConcentrated plant fragrances
- aromatic riceGrain with natural perfume
- aromatherapy diffuserAppliance dispersing scented oils
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