odorous

adjective

odor·ous ˈō-də-rəs

Synonyms of odorous next

: having an odor: such as

: fragrant

: malodorous

odorously adverb

odorousness noun

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odorous, fragrant, redolent, aromatic mean emitting and diffusing scent.

odorous applies to whatever has a strong distinctive smell whether pleasant or unpleasant.

odorous cheeses should be tightly wrapped

fragrant applies to things (such as flowers or spices) with sweet or agreeable odors.

a fragrant rose

redolent applies usually to a place or thing impregnated with odors.

the kitchen was redolent of garlic and tomatoes

aromatic applies to things emitting pungent often fresh odors.

an aromatic blend of tobaccos

Examples of odorous in a Sentence

Odorous cheeses need to be tightly wrapped.

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Small businesses such as Jet Ski rentals that depend on the coast for revenue generation have at times been forced to shut down because of the odorous gases released from the decaying mass. —

Farah Nibbs, The Conversation, 4 June 2024 The crisper drawer of your refrigerator, or any icebox location far away from odorous foods, is the best locale. —

Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2024 Politicians helping their weakest opponent — while odorous — makes strategic sense in California. —

George Skelton, The Mercury News, 21 Feb. 2024 Contaminated water has seeped out of Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic, forming streams of odorous waste and fumes. —

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