aromatic
//ˌær.əˈmæt.ɪk//
Adjective
aromaticCanonical form
more aromaticComparative
most aromaticSuperlative
1
Having a pleasant and distinctive smell; fragrant.
The aromatic herbs filled the kitchen with a wonderful smell.
2
(Chemistry) Relating to or denoting organic compounds containing a planar unsaturated ring of atoms that is stabilized by an interaction of the bonds forming the ring.
Benzene is the simplest aromatic compound.
Noun
1
A substance or plant emitting a pleasant and distinctive smell.
The chef added various aromatics to the soup for extra flavor.
2
(Chemistry) An aromatic compound.
Benzene is one of the most common aromatics in organic chemistry.