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Which connotation of the word smell is most NEGATIVE?

Group of answer choices

aroma

scent

fragrance

stench

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Stench

When you hear the word stench your brain automatically thinks of a gross smell. When you hear the other ones it’s either neutral or pleasant. Hope this helps
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User Max Taldykin
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“Stench” is the most negative.

Aroma, scent, and fragrance all have the same meaning; a distinctive, typically pleasant smell.
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User Toddgeist
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