Synonyms of odors

odors

noun

plural of odor

1

as in smells

a special quality or impression associated with something

the antique shop, with its collection of strange and curious items, held an odor of mysticism

Synonyms & Similar Words

• smells
• auras
• aromas
• atmospheres
• feelings
• flavors
• senses
• airs
• vibrations
• moods
• feels
• climates
• ambiences
• tempers
• halos
• karmas
• patinas
• notes
• characteristics
• spirits
• nimbi
• sensations
• romances
• notions
• traits
• images
• properties
• attributes
• pictures
• mystiques
• illusions
• tones
• colors
• aureoles
• peculiarities
• overtones
• suggestions
• genius locis
• characters
• marks
• semblances

2

as in scents

the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose

some people find the odor of skunk rather pleasant

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scents
• smells
• aromas
• stenches
• sniffs
• fragrances
• perfumes
• whiffs
• malodors
• savors
• spices
• redolences
• stinks
• fragrancies
• musks
• tangs
• attars
• reeks
• bouquets
• funks
• aromaticities
• incenses
• fetors
• rancidities
• ambrosias

3

as in reputations

overall quality as seen or judged by people in general

her movie career has not been in good odor since her latest box office failure

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reputations
• reputes
• names
• reports
• characters
• fames
• notes
• reps
• marks
• notorieties
• honors
• images
• celebrities
• personae
• renowns
• credits
• admirations
• regards
• reverences

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• infamies
• discredit
• reproaches
• ignominies
• disgraces
• shames
• odiums
• opprobriums
• dishonors
• obloquies
• disreputes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of odors

Cleaning your trash can regularly and rinsing food residue from containers prevents odors that attract fruit flies. — Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 16 July 2026

Those odors coming from the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights aren’t the odors of sanctity. — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

Use vinegar weekly to dissolve stains, odors, and mineral buildup in your toilet bowl. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 July 2026

Residents have been complaining loudly about impacts from the fire, most notably citing issues such as noxious odors, vermin, flies and rodents. — Tom Bray, Daily News, 14 July 2026

Plus, the 400 CFM motor-class venting quickly removes odors, including smoke and moisture, so that the microwave stays clean. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 14 July 2026

Plants like catnip, citronella, lemongrass, lavender, and more emit odors or contain oils that mosquitoes dislike, helping keep them away from your yard. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026