adj.
Pronunciation: ' ō -d ə -r ə s
Function: adjective
Date: 15th century
: having an odor: as a : FRAGRANT b : MALODOROUS
– odor · ous · ly adverb
– odor · ous · ness noun
synonyms ODOROUS , FRAGRANT , REDOLENT , AROMATIC mean emitting and diffusing scent. ODOROUS applies to whatever has a strong distinctive smell whether pleasant or unpleasant < odorous cheeses should be tightly wrapped>. FRAGRANT applies to things (as flowers or spices) with sweet or agreeable odors <a fragrant rose>. REDOLENT applies usually to a place or thing impregnated with odors <the kitchen was redolent of garlic and tomatoes>. AROMATIC applies to things emitting pungent often fresh odors <an aromatic blend of tobaccos>.