SCENTED Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈsen-təd

Definition of scented

as in fragrant

having a pleasant smell a bowl of scented petals used to perfume a room

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scented

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verb

past tense of scent

as in perfumed

to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance fancy bars of soap scented with lavender

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as in smelled

to become aware of by means of the sense organs in the nose the dog scented a rabbit and suddenly took off

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as in sensed

to have a vague awareness of he scented danger

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Recent Examples of scented

Adjective

In Daunt’s view, Waterstones’ trouble was that its previous owners had run it as a stuff company, where books were mixed with things like scented candles and decision-making was centralized. — Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026 The cavelike, eucalyptus-scented steam room is glorious after a day in the cold surf. — Adrienne Matei, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026

Verb

The base of the braising liquid is scented with onion, carrots and garlic. — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Diana’s daughter-in-law, Meghan Markle, is also a fan of the scents—so much so that her wedding chapel was scented with Diptyque. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for scented

Recent Examples of Synonyms for scented

Adjective

But their delightfully fragrant teas, conveniently sold as a bundle of two of the brand's best sellers here, could make a tea lover out of anyone.

— Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2026
The domino arepa marries rich black beans fragrant with cinnamon and guajillo, and a tangy blend of mozzarella, Gouda and feta cheeses.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of fragrant

Verb

The air is perfumed with Namibian myrrh, and massages use local ingredients like Marula oil.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
Each red tin is packed with layers of white and dark chocolate perfumed with peppermint oil and topped with crushed peppermint candies.

— Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of perfumed

Verb

Since Adebayo’s arrival in the first round of the 2017 NBA draft out of Kentucky, Haslem sensed that the chase would be on, as Adebayo kept hoarding boards and Haslem slowed toward retirement.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026
But from the first lob Kessler caught from the star guard — when the team was playing pick up during a five-day trip in Slovenia this summer — the 25-year-old Atlanta native sensed something special building.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of sensed

Adjective

Beyond it, the terrace blooms with 12 trees, aromatic roses, and clematis.

— David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
There are 1,775 square feet of green spaces, including aromatic plants, trees, flowers and fruits nodding to those found in Dior’s former abodes.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of aromatic

Verb

The display recognizes a fear that has lingered in immigrant families, and a loss felt far beyond them.

— CBS News, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
Still, Flávio Bolsonaro presented a stark choice that for many environmentalists felt would put the Amazon and Brazil's overall environmental protections at risk.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of felt

Verb

And so, for the brand, only the most breathable, and healthily inhaled, natural materials will suffice.

— Jaklin Romine Oct. 15, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Nevertheless, improper storage can have serious consequences, particularly if the thorium is inhaled or ingested.

— Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of inhaled

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