ODORS Synonyms: 98 Similar and Opposite Words

odors

noun

plural of odor

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

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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

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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

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Recent Examples of odors Detergent overdosing also leaves behind a film on the inside of the washer, which feeds mold and causes odors. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 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 At this point, the odors are believed to be an inconvenience rather than a public health threat, according to Quick, the county medical advisor. — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 To freshen drapes between cleanings, use a handheld vacuum to remove dust and a steam cleaner to help remove odors. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 July 2026

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Noun

Misting systems also are being used on the exterior to reduce smells from the rotting food, while air quality monitoring is continuing in eight locations.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
And if mess is your main concern, a garage or outdoor setup keeps food smells and spills out of the house entirely.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026

Definition of smells

Noun

Inspired by the Alps of northern Italy, each of the six scents captures a moment, place or object from founder Ermenegildo Zegna’s life, preserving memory through fragrance.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Another practice involved staff stuffing insects, herbs and different scents into the leaves of lettuce heads, offering the adolescent skunks another challenge that would put their developing foraging skills to the test.

— Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

Definition of scents

Noun

Much like today’s independent watchmakers, their reputations rested not simply on manufacturing every part themselves, but on transforming components into exceptional finished watches.

— Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 3 July 2026
Many of them will be looking to show off their skills to potential suitors, while others will be seeking to justify their lofty reputations.

— Roger Trapp, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of reputations

Noun

On one day in June, Katie Couric couldn't recall who was president or the names of some of her newer family members.

— KiMi Robinson, USA Today, 8 July 2026
When Tyler Tolbert legged out a dribbler on Tuesday night against the New York Mets for his major-league-record-tying 12th consecutive base hit, the names of the two current record-holders flashed across the TV screen.

— Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026

Definition of names

Noun

And the question is whether the planets even have atmospheres, because M dwarfs are quite active.

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 9 July 2026
The series already featured arguably the best atmospheric immersion in sports video games and the team has gone to great lengths to further sell us on college football atmospheres.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of atmospheres

Noun

The Hawks continued the good feelings from their Summer League outings in Salt Lake City.

— Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Ultimately, the reassurances about community resources and air quality failed to quell the fury inside the room as residents took the microphone during the Q&A section and repeatedly expressed feelings of betrayal and mistrust.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

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