Definition

To make something have a pleasant smell or flavor, often by adding spices or other aromatic substances.

Example

The chef decided to aromatize the soup with fresh herbs and spices.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to aromatize your coffee with spices?

No, but that sounds interesting! What do you use?

I usually add a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to aromatize it.

I'll definitely give that a shot next time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aromatize → It is formed from "aroma" (from Greek "arōma", meaning spice or fragrance) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to become). The word "aromatize" means to make something aromatic or to infuse it with fragrance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'aroma' as the pleasant smell and remember that 'aromatize' means to make something fragrant.

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