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ODOR Synonyms

There are 17 synonyms of the word odor. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word odor. (close relations)
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scent
nounn
noun

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

• an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced

• any property detected by the olfactory system

verb

• cause to smell or be smelly

• catch the scent of; get wind of

• apply perfume to

perfume
nounn
noun

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

• a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor

verb

• fill or impregnate with an odor

• apply perfume to

smell
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

• any property detected by the olfactory system

• the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

• the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents

• the act of perceiving the odor of something

verb

• inhale the odor of; perceive by the olfactory sense

• emit an odor

• smell bad

• have an element suggestive (of something)

• become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

aroma
nounn
noun

• any property detected by the olfactory system

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

bouquet
nounn
noun

• an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

• a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

fragrance
nounn
noun

• a distinctive odor that is pleasant

• a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

redolence
nounn
noun

• a pleasingly sweet olfactory property

reek
verbv
noun

• a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

verb

• have an element suggestive (of something)

• smell badly and offensively

• be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face

• give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.

stench
nounn
noun

• a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

tang
nounn
noun

• a tart spicy quality

• the imperial dynasty of China from 618 to 907

• the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth

• a common rockweed used in preparing kelp and as manure

• brown algae seaweed with serrated edges

• any of various coarse seaweeds

• any of various kelps especially of the genus Laminaria

whiff
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a short light gust of air

• a lefteye flounder found in coastal waters from New England to Brazil

• a strikeout resulting from the batter swinging at and missing the ball for the third strike

verb

• perceive by inhaling through the nose

• drive or carry as if by a puff of air

• strike out by swinging and missing the pitch charged as the third

• smoke and exhale strongly

• utter with a puff of air

esteem
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• a feeling of delighted approval and liking

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

verb

• regard highly; think much of

• look on as or consider

odour
nounn
noun

• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

• any property detected by the olfactory system

repute
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the state of being held in high esteem and honor

verb

• look on as or consider

olfactory perception
nounn
noun

• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

olfactory property
nounn
noun

• any property detected by the olfactory system

olfactory sensation
nounn
noun

• the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

Best Hypernyms For ODOR

Here is a list of related hypernyms for odor, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
aesthesis esthesis property sensation
Phrases (3)
sense datumsense experiencesense impression

Alternatives for SCENT

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