Question

I grimaced as I walked into my apartment and recognized the familiar smell of my roommate’s cooking. Which of the following is the connotation of the word “smell” in this sentence? aroma stench scent fragrance

Answer 1

The connotation of the word smell in the sentence is stench :)

Answer 2

Answer: The connotation of the word "smell" in the sentence provided is "stench".

Explanation: The word "smell" has a negative connotation in the sentence provided since "grimaced", which is also part of the sentence, has a negative connotation too. "Grimaced" means to make a facial expression that shows disgust. In that way, taking into account the context of the sentence, the word "smell" has been used to refer to a stench, that is to say to a very unpleasant smell.