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.
ar′o·mat′i·cally adverb
aromatic
Synonyms
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
- nose: Stunningly dark in color and aromatic on the nose.
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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