noun
aroma
uh-ROH-muh
noun
1
A distinctive, usually pleasant smell.
"The aroma of fresh coffee filled the kitchen."
"A rich aroma of garlic and herbs drifted from the restaurant."
How to Use Aroma
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA nice or noticeable smell, often connected to food or drink.
Common mistake
Unlike "smell" or "odor", "aroma" almost always implies something pleasant.
Common pairings
rich aroma
aroma of coffee
pleasant aroma
Word Forms
aromas plural, aromata plural
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Etymology
From Late Latin aroma ("spice"), from Ancient Greek árōma, meaning a spicy or fragrant seasoning.