Odorless — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈō-dər/

Meaning & Definition of Odorless

Odorless (noun)

  1. a quality of something that stimulates the olfactory organ, scent
  2. a sensation resulting from adequate stimulation of the olfactory organ, smell
  3. a characteristic or predominant quality, flavor

Odorless (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in unscented

    similar: unscented, fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky, skunky, smelly, stenchful, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong, fusty, musty, stale, gamy
    opposite: ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet, flowery, fruity, pungent, spicy, odiferous, odored, odoriferous, odorous

Related Entry: Odor (noun)

Odor is a different word from Odorless. The synonyms below are for odor, not for odorless.

  1. a special quality or impression associated with something

    "the antique shop, with its collection of strange and curious items, held an odor of mysticism"

    similar: air, ambience, aroma, atmosphere, aura, climate, flavor, halo, karma, mood, nimbus, note, patina, smell, temper, vibration(s)
    related: aureole, mystique, romance, genius loci, feel, feeling, sensation, sense, spirit, attribute, character, characteristic, image, mark, notion, peculiarity, picture, property, trait, color, illusion, overtone, semblance, suggestion, tone

  2. the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose

    "some people find the odor of skunk rather pleasant"

    similar: aroma, redolence, scent, smell, sniff
    related: whiff, attar, bouquet, fragrance, fragrancy, perfume, ambrosia, lusciousness, savor, savoriness, spice, tang, acridness, fetidness, fetor, foulness, funk, gaminess, malodor, noisomeness, rancidity, rankness, reek, stench, stink, aromaticity, odoriferousness, odorousness, incense, musk

  3. overall quality as seen or judged by people in general

    "her movie career has not been in good odor since her latest box office failure"

    similar: character, fame, mark, name, note, rep (slang), report, reputation, repute
    related: credit, honor, celebrity, notoriety, renown, image, persona, admiration, regard, reverence
    near: discredit, disgrace, dishonor, disrepute, ignominy, infamy, obloquy, odium, opprobrium, reproach, shame

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Odorless

The most common words with a similar meaning to Odorless:

unscented, fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky, skunky, smelly, stenchful, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong, fusty, musty, stale, gamy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Odorless

Words with the opposite meaning of Odorless:

ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet, flowery, fruity, pungent, spicy, odiferous, odored, odoriferous, odorous

Word Forms of Odorless

Derived words: odored (adjective), odorless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Odorless

Middle English odour, borrowed from Anglo-French odur, borrowed from Latin odor (early Latin odōs), going back to *od-os-, s-stem derivative of a verbal base *od- (whence Latin oleō, olēre, also olō, olere to give off a smell, smell (of), from *odere), going back to Indo-European *h3ed-, whence Greek ózein "to smell, give off an odor," Armenian hot smell, odor (probably also an s-stem), Lithuanian úodžiu, úosti to smell, sniff

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Odorless

What does "Odorless" mean?

"Odorless" means a quality of something that stimulates the olfactory organ, scent. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a quality of something that stimulates the olfactory organ, scent.

What is another word for "Odorless"?

Other words for "Odorless" include unscented, fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid and rank. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Odorless" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Odorless"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Odorless". Common alternatives include unscented, fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking and reeky.

What is the opposite of "Odorless"?

Antonyms of "Odorless" include ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented and sweet.

Is "Odorless" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Odorless" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Odorless"?

"Odorless" is pronounced /ˈō-dər/.

What is the origin of the word "Odorless"?

"Odorless" comes from Middle English odour, borrowed from Anglo-French odur, borrowed from Latin odor (early Latin odōs), going back to *od-os-, s-stem derivative of a verbal base *od- (whence Latin oleō, olēre, also olō, olere to give off a smell, smell (of), from *odere), going back to Indo-European *h3ed-, whence Greek ózein "to smell, give off an odor," Armenian hot smell, odor (probably also an s-stem), Lithuanian úodžiu, úosti to smell, sniff. First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Odorless" meaning "as in unscented"?

When "Odorless" (adjective) means as in unscented, synonyms include unscented, fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome and putrid. Opposites in this sense include ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant and perfumed.