deodorises

Eliminates bad odors

Deodorises is the British spelling of deodorizes, meaning to remove or mask unpleasant smells: The spray deodorises the room instantly.

The word applies literally to cleaning products and air fresheners, and figuratively to efforts that make something unpleasant seem more acceptable: The memoir deodorises his role in the scandal.

neutralizing

neutralizes

Removes effect or danger

removes · suppresses · clears · reduces · destroys · eradicates · combats · blocks · traps · binds

sanitizing

disinfects

Kills harmful microorganisms

purifies · decontaminates · antibacterial · antimicrobial · germicidal · antiseptic · hygienic · sanitizer · disinfectant · spray

scenting

fragrance

Pleasing olfactory quality

  • perfumeFragrant liquid for wearing
  • aromaPleasant distinctive smell
  • scentAirborne odor detected

essence · floral · citrus · lavender · eucalyptus · mint · sandalwood · vanilla · pine · lemon

freshening

freshens

Makes clean again

purifies · revitalizes · renews · crisp · breeze · invigorating · airy · cool · minty · brisk

targeting

underarms

Hollow beneath shoulder joint

refrigerator · garbage · sweat · mustiness · smoke · mildew · feet · gym bag · litter box · upholstery

Opposites
odor removal vs. odor creation

deodorisesperfumes

Scented liquids worn

scents · fragrances · stinks up · reeks

smell neutralization vs. smell intensification

deodorisesfouls

Illegal plays in sports

stinks up · pollutes · contaminates · taints · befoul

Family

deodorise, deodorised, deodoriser, deodorising, deodorisers, deodorisation

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Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G