The difference between Aroma and Odor

When used as nouns, aroma means a smell, whereas odor means any smell, whether fragrant or offensive.


check bellow for the other definitions of Aroma and Odor

  1. Aroma as a noun:

    A smell; especially a pleasant spicy or fragrant one.

    Examples:

    "I love the aroma of [[cinnamon]]."

  1. Odor as a noun:

    Any smell, whether fragrant or offensive; scent; perfume.

  2. Odor as a noun (figuratively):

    A strong, pervasive quality.

  3. Odor as a noun (figuratively, uncountable):

    Esteem; repute.