Question

Which connotation of the word smell is most NEGATIVE?

Group of answer choices

aroma

scent

fragrance

stench

Answer 1

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

Answer 2

“Stench” is the most negative.

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