incense

noun

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in·cense | \ ˈin-ˌsen(t)s

Definition of incense

(Entry 1 of 3)

1 : material used to produce a fragrant odor when burned

2 : the perfume exhaled from some spices and gums when burned broadly : a pleasing scent

3 : pleasing attention : flattery

incense

verb (1)

in·cense | \ ˈin-ˌsen(t)s

incensed; incensing

Definition of incense (Entry 2 of 3)

transitive verb

1 : to apply or offer incense to

2 : to perfume with incense

incense

verb (2)

in·cense | \ in-ˈsen(t)s

incensed; incensing

Definition of incense (Entry 3 of 3)

transitive verb

1 : to arouse the extreme anger or indignation of

2 archaic : to cause (a passion or emotion) to become aroused

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Synonyms & Antonyms for incense

Synonyms: Noun

Synonyms: Verb (1)

Synonyms: Verb (2)

Antonyms: Noun

Antonyms: Verb (1)

stink up

Antonyms: Verb (2)

Examples of incense in a Sentence

Noun the heavenly incense of spring flowers count on the office manager to spread the incense whenever there's a visiting VIP from the head office

History and Etymology for incense

Noun

Middle English encens, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin incensum, from Latin, neuter of incensus, past participle of incendere to set on fire, from in- + -cendere to burn; akin to Latin candēre to glow — more at candid

Verb (2)

Middle English encensen, probably from Latin incensus, past participle of incendere to set on fire, provoke