Smell and Tone

Smell

Smell noun - A special quality or impression associated with something.
Usage example: a law firm with a mahogany-lined boardroom that has the discernible smell of money and power

Tone is a synonym for smell in be topic. In some cases you can use "Tone" instead a noun "Smell".

Nearby Words: smelly, smelt, smelling, smeller

Tone

Tone noun - The general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people.
Usage example: a clergyman improved the tone of the meeting
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Synonyms for Tone

Smell is a synonym for tone in be topic. Sometimes you can use "Smell" instead a noun "Tone".

Nearby Words: toneless, toned, toning, tonal

How words are described

pleasant pleasant smell pleasant tone
similar similar smell similar tone
usual usual smell usual tone
right right smell right tone
Other adjectives: dark, different.

Both words in one sentence

  • In one episode of Boston Legal, Alan attempts to express his appreciation for Tara by telling her "You really smell great." She answers "You smell great too," in an understanding tone of voice.
    Source: I Uh You Too
  • Western Animation / Legends of Chima When the Hundred Year moon makes him smell good, he says "You're welcome" whenever it happens, in the same tired tone.
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