Definitions
- Describing something that can be detected by the sense of smell. - Referring to a substance or object that has a discernible scent. - Talking about an aroma or fragrance that is noticeable.
- Describing something that has a strong or unpleasant smell. - Referring to a substance or object that emits a distinct odor. - Talking about a scent that is overpowering or unpleasant.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe smells or scents.
- 2Both words are adjectives.
- 3Both words refer to something that can be detected by the sense of smell.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Odorous implies a stronger and often unpleasant smell, while smellable simply means detectable by the sense of smell.
- 2Connotation: Odorous has a negative connotation, while smellable is neutral.
- 3Usage: Odorous is more commonly used to describe unpleasant smells, while smellable can be used for any detectable scent.
- 4Formality: Odorous is more formal than smellable.
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Remember this!
Smellable and odorous are synonyms that both describe scents or smells. However, odorous implies a stronger and often unpleasant smell, while smellable simply means detectable by the sense of smell. Additionally, odorous has a negative connotation and is more formal than smellable.
