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The odorous cheese filled the room with smell.
What does Odorous mean?
Odorous means having a strong smell.
Dictionary definition
Having a noticeable smell, especially a strong one.
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The science activity used an odorous plant sample.
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A writer may use odorous details to help readers imagine a scene more clearly.
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WordOdorous.
Partadjective.
MeaningOdorous means having a strong smell.
ExampleExample: The odorous cheese filled the room with smell.
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- Syllables
- oh · duh · rus
- Strongest beat
- oh
- Ending
- rus
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on oh.
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Synonyms
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smellyUse for something with a noticeable smell.
fragrantUse for something with a pleasant smell.
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