patinas

noun

variants or patinae
plural of patina
as in auras
a special quality or impression associated with something although the winery is brand-new, it has been constructed and decorated to give it a patina of old-world quaintness

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Recent Examples of patinas Merriam-Webster suggests that copper patinas were common, so when the cookware began to form a green film, it was also called a patina. — Sean McGowan, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 Each specimen’s unique characteristics reminded him of the patterns and patinas that distinguish the objects at the family’s haveli, or nobleman’s mansion, in the Pink City. — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patinas
  1. auras
  2. atmospheres
  3. aromas
  4. smells
  5. flavors
  6. feelings
  7. airs
  8. moods
Noun
  • Auramaxxing Similar to the trend of smellmaxxing, teens are taking to TikTok to increase their auras with the new term auramaxxing.
    — Stephanie Kasulka, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Sheer, jelly polishes give the print a watercolor-like effect, while subtle auras add realistic depth.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of auras
Noun
  • Magnetic fields have implications for the structure of exoplanets and their atmospheres, according to Berger.
    — Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
  • This program, led by astronomer Megan Weiner Mansfield at the University of Maryland, is examining a group of 10 different lava worlds to see at which temperatures these planets tend to form atmospheres.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of atmospheres
Noun
  • Our wine ages for a full year in French oak, where the wood’s precise porosity allows just the right exchange with oxygen — softening the wine, concentrating its aromas and flavours, building complexity no machine can replicate.
    — Peter Hahn, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026
  • And with aromas that run the gamut—from gourmands like Warm Vanilla Sugar to florals like Japanese Cherry Blossom—there’s bound to be a scent for everyone.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of aromas
Noun
  • As levels drop, the body becomes less efficient at cooling itself, triggering more frequent hot flashes and sweating that mixes with skin bacteria to produce stronger or unfamiliar smells.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Multisensory journeys have been developed to immerse clients in the rituals, music and smells inspired by the lifestyles of these destinations.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of smells
Noun
  • Most travelers end up eating out for other meals, given their robust itineraries, but this is undeniably the best spot to start your day (and a great way to sample local flavors).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The pumpkin-spice flavors are back, the leaves are changing, and the MLB playoffs have begun.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of flavors
Noun
  • My students are simultaneously cerebral readers and emotional ones, and those feelings can be at odds with each other, sometimes.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026
  • When prompted about what may happen in the future as more stations adopt AI hosts, DJ Coyotec generated an answer that sounded like empathy even though the bot has no feelings or control of what will happen in the future.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of feelings
Noun
  • As season seven airs, Newport is juggling her divorce alongside a string of high-profile romances.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2026
  • South Park airs on Comedy Central, which is owned by Paramount.
    — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of airs
Noun
  • An interactive brew bar will pair Kiehl’s skin care ingredients with customers’ moods and skin concerns.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
  • My music can be appreciated by a lot of different people in a lot of different places and energies and moods.
    — Kyle Denis, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of moods

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“Patinas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patinas. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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