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as in smells
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
the ripe aroma of a sweatshirt that's in dire need of laundering
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as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something
the aroma of wealth and privilege that pervades the manicured confines of the country club
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Recent Examples of aromas
The mezcal is extremely fragrant, featuring powerful aromas of dark, roasted cacao, spice notes of clove and cinnamon, underpinned by the smoky richness of roasted chilies along with delicate notes of fruit and subtle woody/herbal tones.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
For the most delicious variety, food enthusiasts should follow the aromas to the most concentrated locations with bold gastronomic ambitions.
—AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
The narrow opening doesn’t let the aromas really shine.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
Washington Avenue teemed with tempting aromas from some of the 50-plus restaurants and food vendors assembled for the event, which typically draws more than 300,000 attendees over four days.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The primary purpose of a decanter is to bring out the more complex aromas and flavors from a wine.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
These scrubs come in an array of spa-worthy aromas with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter, cocoa butter, and aloe.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 25 Aug. 2025
Warm-climate Sauvignon Blanc from regions like California, South Africa, and parts of Australia feature aromas of ripe tropical fruit notes of pineapple and mango, along with peach and melon.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025
Stags’ Leap Winery 2018 Petite Sirah is garnet to purple colored in the glass with aromas of cinnamon, black pepper, and black currant with flavors of black plum, blueberry, and vanilla.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2025
Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
For the most delicious variety, food enthusiasts should follow the aromas to the most concentrated locations with bold gastronomic ambitions.
—AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025
The narrow opening doesn’t let the aromas really shine.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2025
Washington Avenue teemed with tempting aromas from some of the 50-plus restaurants and food vendors assembled for the event, which typically draws more than 300,000 attendees over four days.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The primary purpose of a decanter is to bring out the more complex aromas and flavors from a wine.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
These scrubs come in an array of spa-worthy aromas with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter, cocoa butter, and aloe.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 25 Aug. 2025
Warm-climate Sauvignon Blanc from regions like California, South Africa, and parts of Australia feature aromas of ripe tropical fruit notes of pineapple and mango, along with peach and melon.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025
Stags’ Leap Winery 2018 Petite Sirah is garnet to purple colored in the glass with aromas of cinnamon, black pepper, and black currant with flavors of black plum, blueberry, and vanilla.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 23 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aromas
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From slam dunks to signature scents, Shaquille O’Neal’s latest venture proves fragrance can be powerful, personal, and affordable.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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Sewell has been working with the Science of Wellness program from IFF for the past three years, which pulls from more than 40 years of neuroscientific research into how scents can influence the brain’s emotional and memory senses.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Fabric deodorizer spray Consider making an all-natural fabric refresher to get rid of those unwanted smells.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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This prevents buildup from getting baked on, which can be much harder to clean later and can lead to unpleasant smells and stains.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Choose from different species with flavors and fragrances that include caraway, lemon, nutmeg, orange, and oregano.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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And unlike the others, that revolution touched almost everything, from T-shirts and jeans to gowns; fragrances to hotels; suits to candles.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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Follow-up observations could probe planetary atmospheres for signatures consistent with life, such as oxygen produced by photosynthesis.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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But their atmospheres can be like Earth's and have giant storms.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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This recipe, which requires just 15 minutes of hands-on time, brings the vibrant flavors of taco soup to life in one delicious recipe.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Bottled at 50% ABV, the inaugural expression was praised for its vibrant tropical fruit notes and unexpected flavors like chocolate and dulce de leche, typically found in aged spirits.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Decades of research show that fans have wider friendship networks, stronger feelings of belonging, and less alienation.—
Todd Rogers,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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The band recorded the final tracks live in a communal setting to contrast the initial feelings of seclusion.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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Viewers will get more context when the next episode airs Tuesday.—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Young and the Restless airs weekdays on CBS (check local listings).—
Stephanie Wenger,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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But the fourth, a par three, awakens the senses with sweeping sea views, the smell of salt air, and the promise of what’s to come.—
Tim Corlett,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Games are fast-paced, with nonstop activity bombarding the senses and showmanship emphasized as much as — or more than — athleticism.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Aromas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aromas. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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