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as in smell
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 aura
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 aroma
Most people come to understand the aroma after desert rain is from creosote bushes, which are common in the lower deserts of Arizona, but Republic weather reporter Hayleigh Evans wanted a better answer.
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Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 8 July 2025
That was nothing compared to the aromas that engulfed me at the Generac stage July 4 for Porter Robinson’s stage-closing set.
—jsonline.com, 4 July 2025
The opening is a blend of fresh, grassy notes that dries down to reveal a surprising pear aroma.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 July 2025
This initial fall is also when the fruit’s aroma is least pungent.
—Tom Downey, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
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Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 8 July 2025
That was nothing compared to the aromas that engulfed me at the Generac stage July 4 for Porter Robinson’s stage-closing set.
—jsonline.com, 4 July 2025
The opening is a blend of fresh, grassy notes that dries down to reveal a surprising pear aroma.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 July 2025
This initial fall is also when the fruit’s aroma is least pungent.
—Tom Downey, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for aroma
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aroma
Noun
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The smell will fade overtime as the blinds begin to dry, but diluting vinegar with water helps minimize the potency of the scent.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Consider matching the soap's color (and the scent) to the jar's jam flavor.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 July 2025
Noun
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On the other side of the pass, the smell of sulphur rises in white mist.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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Rubber mulch may leach toxic chemicals into the soil and make your yard smell like hot tires.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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The goal is to continue to build his aura and mystique outside of the weekly WWE television grind.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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People who get migraines with aura—dots or zigzags in vision, or another sensory disturbance that typically occurs before the onset of a migraine—have long been told to avoid birth control that contains estrogen.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
16 July 2025
Noun
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Outside of clothing, there are also good deals on beauty, including this mini set of woody and fresh fragrances, which are ideal for throwing into your purse or makeup bag.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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In parallel, the house—which also has a strong presence in the Asian beauty market—is about to launch a fragrance collaboration with Lalique, further strengthening its links with Paris.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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The drink embodies the elated atmosphere of watching the band play live, says Panis.—
Logan Holland,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) predicts there is already too much carbon in the atmosphere to remain under the 1.5°C temperature target, necessitating carbon removal.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
25 July 2025
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Transpiration from plants accounts for around 10% of the moisture in the air.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
24 July 2025
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Check on relatives and neighbors, especially the elderly and those without access to air conditioning.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
23 July 2025
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The restaurant combines flavors from across France, including chef Julien Pilati’s native Champagne and the Brittany of his wife, Laetitia.—
Sloane Crosley,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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The chicken is tender, flavor is good, and [vegetables] are not too mushy.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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“Aroma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aroma. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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