odorous applies to whatever has a strong distinctive smell whether pleasant or unpleasant.
odorous cheeses should be tightly wrapped
fragrant applies to things (such as flowers or spices) with sweet or agreeable odors.
a fragrant rose
redolent applies usually to a place or thing impregnated with odors.
the kitchen was redolent of garlic and tomatoes
aromatic applies to things emitting pungent often fresh odors.
an aromatic blend of tobaccos
Examples of fragrant in a Sentence
The soup was fragrant with herbs and spices.
the balsam fir is a favorite as a Christmas tree because it is so fragrant
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After the tea had finished its boil, Meraj poured it out, straining the steaming, fragrant liquid into small cups.—Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026 After the pair consummate their fragrant lust, the Gravedigger is ready to settle down right away.—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026 Bake until crust is fragrant and edges are golden, 12-14 minutes.—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026 Or brisket infused with baharat, a fragrant Middle Eastern mix of seasonings?—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fragrant
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Etymology
Middle English, from Latin fragrant-, fragrans, from present participle of fragrare to be fragrant