: 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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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
The 15 deals below include functional finds like a KitchenAid stand mixer as well as decor items like a scented candle to cozy up any indoor space.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
Replace scented cleaners with fragrance-free versions or mix vinegar and hot water with mild soap.
—Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
Candle and wax warmers provide the aroma of a scented candle without an open flame.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 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 26 Feb. 2026.
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