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

• decor
• scene

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

The journey provided the teens with more than just exercise and scenery. —Debra Utacia Krol, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2025

Allegany County boasts more than 70,000 acres of public land, meaning there are plenty of opportunities to get outside, hit the trails, and take in the incredible mountain scenery. —Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025

Sometimes, does the player need a change of scenery? —Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025

Spring and fall are those in-between months when flights cost less, hotel rates ease and the scenery often feels its most vibrant. —Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2025

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