: having scent: such as
a
: having a perfumed smell
b
: having the sense of smell
c
: having or exhaling an odor
Examples of scented in a Sentence
a bowl of scented petals used to perfume a room
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
However, growing strongly scented rosemary plants near brassicas naturally repels many common garden pests, including cabbage moths.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2026
As a member of the mint family, the scented foliage is not particularly appealing to rabbits and deer.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2026
Keep your hair shiny and healthy with this deliciously scented shampoo and conditioner set.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for scented
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“Scented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scented. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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