ODOR: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for ODOR?

Need another word that means the same as “odor”? Find 4 synonyms and 30 related words for “odor” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Odor” are: aroma, odour, scent, smell

Odor as a Noun

Definitions of "Odor" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “odor” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• Any property detected by the olfactory system.
• The sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form.

Synonyms of "Odor" as a noun (4 Words)

aroma	A distinctive odor that is pleasant. The tantalizing aroma of fresh coffee.
odour	The sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form. A decade of bad odour between Britain and the European Community.
scent	A distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant. I got word that other reporters had picked up the scent.
smell	A quality in something that is perceived by the faculty of smell an odour or scent. It had the smell of treason.

Associations of "Odor" (30 Words)

ambergris	A waxy substance that originates as a secretion in the intestines of the sperm whale, found floating in tropical seas and used in perfume manufacture.
ambrosial	Extremely pleasing to the taste; sweet and fragrant. Ambrosial food.
aroma	A distinctive odor that is pleasant. The aroma of officialdom.
aromatic	An aromatic compound. An aromatic organic compound.
foul	Commit a foul break the rules. Foul the water.
fragrance	A distinctive odor that is pleasant. The fragrance of fresh ground coffee.
frankincense	An aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation.
incense	Perfume with incense or a similar fragrance. Incense filled the room.
infuriate	Make (someone) extremely angry and impatient. I was infuriated by your article.
malodorous	Having an unpleasant smell. Leaking taps and malodorous drains.
musk	A strong smelling reddish brown substance which is secreted by the male musk deer for scent marking and is an important ingredient in perfumery.
musky	Resembling the smell of musk.
musty	Stale and unclean smelling. A dark musty library.
nosegay	A small bunch of flowers, typically one that is sweet-scented. A nosegay worn at the waist or bodice.
odoriferous	Emitting an odor. An odoriferous pile of fish.
odorous	Having a natural fragrance. A dark and odorous cave.
olfaction	The faculty that enables us to distinguish scents.
olfactory	Relating to the sense of smell. The olfactory organs.
perfume	Impregnate with perfume or a sweet smelling substance. Her hair was oiled and perfumed.
perfumery	A shop that sells perfumes. A department store perfumery.
reek	Have an element suggestive (of something. The building reeks of smoke.
scent	Sniff the air for a scent. The bull advanced scenting the breeze at every step.
sensory	Relating to or concerned in sensation. Sensory neurons.
shifty	(of a person or their manner) appearing deceitful or evasive. He had a shifty look about him.
smell	Smell bad. Campaigners can smell victory after a long battle.
sniff	An act or sound of sniffing. The Olympic hosts will at least get a sniff at a medal.
stench	A distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant. The stench of rotting fish.
stink	Having a strong unpleasant smell. The stink of the place hit me as I went in.
waft	A gentle movement of air. Sounds wafted into the room.
whiff	Perceive by inhaling through the nose. Whiffs of smoke emerged from the boiler.