aromatic

aromatic Definition

aro·matic (ar′ə mat′ik, er′-)

adjective

of or having an aroma; smelling sweet or spicy; fragrant or pungent
Chem. of or designating certain cyclic compounds, including benzene, derivatives of benzene, and compounds containing one or more benzene rings: many of these derivatives and compounds have a recognizable odor

Etymology: ME aromatik < OFr aromatique < LL aromaticus < Gr arōmatikos < arōma, sweet spice

noun

an aromatic plant, chemical, etc.

aromatic Related Forms

ar′o·mat′i·cally adverb

aromatic Synonyms

modif.

pungent, fragrant, sweet-smelling; see odorous 2.

aromatic Usage Examples

Converse of object

substitute: In general a qualitatively similar effect is expected for toluene, and other methyl substituted aromatics.
use: The Egyptians were experts at embalming using aromatics to help preserve flesh.
have: Thyme has a warm aromatic and slightly sharp flavor.

Adjective modifier

synthetic: Synthetic aromatics are often used as an alternate source of compounds that are not easily obtained from natural sources.
English: A strong mellow ruby colored ale, brewed using malt made from Maris Otter barley and the finest English aromatic hops.

Preposition: on

Modifying Another Word

deliciously: Several species have deliciously aromatic foliage, the most well-known being common sage, Salvia officinalis.
intensely: It is still cultivated in the warmer regions of the Upper Nile for its flowers, which are intensely aromatic.
richly: Medium roasted for a smooth, richly aromatic liquor, suitable for drinking throughout the day.
wonderfully: It has a fantastic leaf arrangement with a wonderfully aromatic scent.
strongly: The leaves are strongly aromatic, a good attractor for bees.
beautifully: A stunning fuschia pack of 25 beautifully aromatic ' Passion ' incense sticks complete with a stylish heart-shaped aluminum incense holder.

Modifies a noun

hydrocarbon: For example, the maximum volume concentration of aromatic hydrocarbons is set at 20 parts per billion.
amine: An aromatic primary amine is one in which the -NH 2 group is attached directly to a benzene ring.
herb: These will mostly be gums and resins but there are also aromatic herbs, roots and woods which you will find useful.
compound: An aromatic compound is one which contains a benzene ring.
foliage: Has aromatic foliage beneath a mist of pretty purple flowers.
spice: Apart from its incomparable natural beauty, Kerala is also known for its aromatic spices.

Preposition: with

hint: Of the four Reds, the Syrah ( Shiraz in Persian ) was aromatic with hints of plum, white peach and citrus.

Noun used with modifier

%: Additionally, our precious blend of 100 % aromatic oils is used throughout the collection.

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