The Opposite(Antonym) of “odoriferant”
The antonyms of odoriferant are malodorous and stinky. These antonyms describe unpleasant smells that can be offensive to the senses.
Explore all Antonyms of “odoriferant”
Definitions and Examples of malodorous, stinky
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having an unpleasant or offensive odor.
Example
The garbage bin emitted a malodorous smell that made everyone hold their breath.
Having a strong and unpleasant smell.
Example
The socks were so stinky that they had to be washed twice to get rid of the smell.
Key Differences: malodorous vs stinky
- 1Malodorous is a more formal term that describes an unpleasant odor, while stinky is a more informal term that describes a strong and unpleasant smell.
- 2Malodorous can be used to describe any unpleasant odor, while stinky is usually used to describe unpleasant smells related to body odor or dirty clothes.
Effective Usage of malodorous, stinky
- 1Describing Smells: Use malodorous and stinky to describe unpleasant smells in different contexts.
- 2Expressing Displeasure: Use these antonyms to express displeasure about unpleasant smells.
- 3Comparing Smells: Use these antonyms to compare different smells and their intensity.
Remember this!
The antonyms malodorous and stinky describe unpleasant smells that can be offensive to the senses. While malodorous is a more formal term, stinky is more informal and usually used to describe unpleasant smells related to body odor or dirty clothes. Use these antonyms to describe smells, express displeasure, and compare different smells.
