Word
Definition
n. a pleasant or noticeable smell, especially from food, coffee, or flowers.
n. a distinctive, typically pleasant smell. Often associated with culinary or botanical contexts.
Examples
“The aroma of fresh coffee fills the kitchen every morning.”
“The chef added fresh basil at the last minute to preserve its delicate aroma.”
“Wine tasters often spend several minutes identifying the complex aroma of a vintage before they even take their first sip.”
Examples
simple
“The aroma of fresh coffee fills the kitchen every morning.”
contextual
“The chef added fresh basil at the last minute to preserve its delicate aroma.”
complex
“Wine tasters often spend several minutes identifying the complex aroma of a vintage before they even take their first sip.”
Usage
Commonly paired with 'of' followed by the source of the scent.
Real-World Examples
“Passion Fruit Notes add tang, Guava Sweetness brings berry-like warmth, and Lychee Aroma perfumes the finish.” “From the moment it leaves the roaster it starts to lose aroma and flavour, which is why we roast to order and deliver quickly, so nothing’s lost between the grower’s crop and your cup.” “Aroma is one of the key indicators of whether the espresso is going to taste good or bad,” Evangelos explains.” “The coffee presents a gentle aroma that feels both clean and soothing, balancing lightness with a restorative quality.” Etymology
From Late Latin arōmata (“spices”) (or arōma (“spice”)), from Ancient Greek ἄρωμα (árōma, “seasoning, spicy and/or fragrant smell”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADJECTIVE
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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