What is the antonym of “deodorize”?
The antonym of deodorize is odorize and stink up. The antonyms odorize and stink up convey a negative or unpleasant smell. It implies the presence of an odor that is not pleasant.
Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)
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To add a scent or fragrance to something.
Example
She likes to odorize her laundry with lavender oil.
How are these antonyms different from each other?
- 1Odorize is a term used to describe adding a pleasant scent to something.
- 2Stink up is a term used to describe something that has a strong, unpleasant smell.
Good things to know
- 1Cleaning: Use deodorize to remove unpleasant smells from surfaces, fabrics, or spaces.
- 2Perfumes and Fragrances: Use odorize to add pleasant scents to perfumes, candles, or cleaning products.
- 3Describing Smells: Use stink up to describe unpleasant smells in a humorous or informal way.