scenery

noun

scen·​ery ˈsē-nə-rē 

ˈsēn-rē

plural sceneries

1

: the painted scenes or hangings and accessories used on a theater stage

2

: a picturesque view or landscape

3

: one's usual surroundings

needed a change of scenery

Synonyms of scenery

• decor
• scene
• set

Examples of scenery in a Sentence

She designed the scenery for the play.

The scenery showed a forest.

We went for a drive to enjoy the scenery.

Recent Examples on the Web

After a day pondering the immensity of Tikal, the lake becomes more than scenery. —Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026

Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie is a popular boating location, and lots of people enjoyed the water and beautiful scenery on Sunday. —Dawn White, CBS News, 24 May 2026

Train Trips Offering stunning views and changing scenery without having to drive and covering the distance of air travel without flying, train travel is increasing in variety and popularity. —Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026

Perhaps a change of scenery can provide a spark. —ABC News, 23 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1707, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing scenery

• a change of scene/scenery

Rhymes for scenery

• deanery
• greenery
• machinery
• turbomachinery

Kids Definition

scenery

noun

scen·​ery ˈsēn-(ə-)rē 

1

: the painted scenes or hangings and accessories used on a theater stage

2

: a view or landscape resembling a beautiful painting

mountain scenery

3

: one's usual surroundings

needed a change of scenery