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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
Her 2024 Blueprint has aromas of pink grapefruit, lemon zest, and Granny Smith apple with flavors of tangerine, lemon blossom, and Fuji apple.
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2025
Honey ginger chicken with brown rice is easy to make and your home will be filled with aromas that hint of warmth and coziness.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Top with a Tangy Whipped Cream made with sour cream to offset the pie's richness and sweet aromas.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
The nose is captivating with aromas of brown sugar, caramel corn, and vanilla mingle with wood and a hint of cherry.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
The brand has also assured PEOPLE that the HoJo’s Original Fried Clam Soap does in fact resemble the original dish, with the lemon and butter aromas shining through.
—Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Ullberg says sparkling wine pairs well with a tulip glass, which concentrates the beautiful and delicate aromas and bubbles.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
These glands appear to be filled with bacteria that produce the aromas that create the marks.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
There are additional aromas of roasted squash, as well as fruity aromas of orchard fruit and hints of tropical fruit and citrus zest.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2025
Honey ginger chicken with brown rice is easy to make and your home will be filled with aromas that hint of warmth and coziness.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Top with a Tangy Whipped Cream made with sour cream to offset the pie's richness and sweet aromas.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
The nose is captivating with aromas of brown sugar, caramel corn, and vanilla mingle with wood and a hint of cherry.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Oct. 2025
The brand has also assured PEOPLE that the HoJo’s Original Fried Clam Soap does in fact resemble the original dish, with the lemon and butter aromas shining through.
—Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Ullberg says sparkling wine pairs well with a tulip glass, which concentrates the beautiful and delicate aromas and bubbles.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
These glands appear to be filled with bacteria that produce the aromas that create the marks.
—Literary Hub, 19 Sep. 2025
There are additional aromas of roasted squash, as well as fruity aromas of orchard fruit and hints of tropical fruit and citrus zest.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aromas
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These skin scents will let the rose shine while adding a clean, musky depth that feels really personal and intimate.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
10 Oct. 2025
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Change Your Cooking Method As mentioned above, roasting adds other pleasing scents during the cooking process.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 Oct. 2025
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Yankee Candle Sugared Cinnamon Apple Scented Candle Fill your home with the smells of the season and grab this delightful Yankee Candle while it’s marked down.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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For especially tough smells, Ek said to apply a paste of baking soda and water.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Oct. 2025
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People read auras and palms, too.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Sep. 2025
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Encouraged byLilja to share it with others, the scent became the foundation for a brand that now includes a portfolio of fragrances made from Icelandic essential oils.—
April Long,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Common Touch Even the fragrances, which launched in 2023, are a way of connecting on an intimate level with the customer.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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Our staff ranked the best playoff atmospheres among the four remaining teams.—
Sam Settleman,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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The team used global circulation models (GCMs) and computer simulations of entire planetary atmospheres to test this theory.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
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The new Pop-Tarts will have 10 grams of protein per serving in different flavors such as brown sugar cinnamon, strawberry, and blueberry.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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The region’s cool climate, long sunny days, and well-draining soils create the ideal conditions for producing crisp, aromatic wines with vibrant fruit flavors.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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And though Urban’s feelings about Kidman’s movies could have certainly played a part, there are other—bigger—rumors floating around.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
9 Oct. 2025
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There’s no question that midlife women deal with so much, and feelings of overwhelm and sadness are understandable.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
9 Oct. 2025
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The episode airs on the 50th anniversary of the late-night show's 1975 premiere.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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The show will be available to stream with a regular Hulu subscription Sunday, the day after a new episode airs.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Aromas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aromas. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.
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