Aromatic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌæɹ.əˈmæt.ɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Aromatic is an adjective meaning Fragrant or spicy.
Meaning
Fragrant or spicy.
More Meanings
- (organic chemistry) Having a closed ring of alternate single and double bonds with delocalized electrons.
- (organic chemistry) Derived from benzene.
- A fragrant plant or spice added to a dish to flavour it.
- (organic chemistry) Any aromatic compound.
Example Sentences
aromatic herbs
aromatic taste
Beautifully adorned in tuxedo black with brilliant white stripes or spots, skunks are known mainly for their aromatic properties, but they are also efficient predators of insects and other small game.
Word Forms
- aromatick
- aromatique
- aromatics
Synonyms for aromatic
Depending on context, synonyms include redolent, fragrant.
Antonyms for aromatic
Common opposites include aliphatic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include redolent, fragrant, fragrance, aroma, perfumed, odorous.
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