Words Describe Smells

 

Acrid: Strong, harsh, and unpleasant, often referring to chemical-like odours.

    Example: The acrid smell of burning rubber filled the air.

Fragrant: Pleasant and sweet-smelling.

    Example: The garden was fragrant with blooming roses and jasmine.

Pungent: Sharp and strong, often overwhelming.

    Example: The pungent aroma of garlic wafted through the kitchen.

Musty: Damp, stale, and moldy, often associated with neglected spaces.

    Example: The attic smelled musty, filled with old books and forgotten furniture.

Earthy: Natural, reminiscent of soil or plants.

    Example: After the rain, the air carried an earthy scent of wet soil.

Sweet: Sugary and pleasant, like candy or flowers.

    Example: The bakery’s sweet aroma of freshly baked pastries drew people in.

Smoky: Resembling the smell of smoke or burning wood.

    Example: The smoky fragrance of the campfire lingered on their clothes.

Fetid: Foul, rotten, or decaying—highly unpleasant.

    Example: The fetid odor of garbage was unbearable near the alley.

Floral: Light and fragrant, reminiscent of flowers.

    Example: Her perfume had a delicate floral scent, like lilies in spring.

Medicinal: Resembling the smell of medicine or disinfectants.

    Example: The hospital corridor had a medicinal smell that reminded her of antiseptic.

N.SHANMUGAN

Assistant Professor of English