scented

adjective

scent·​ed ˈsen-təd 

: having scent: such as

a

: having a perfumed smell

b

: having the sense of smell

c

: having or exhaling an odor

Synonyms

• fragrant
• aromatic

Examples of scented in a Sentence

a bowl of scented petals used to perfume a room

Recent Examples on the Web

Surgical Repair Of The Esophagus Was Needed Since such a tear won’t heal on itself or with supplements, vaginal steaming or some kind of scented candle, the man underwent emergency surgery through thoracoscopy to repair the esophagus. —Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025

Be Smart, Stylish, and Scent-Savvy While lightly scented candles (like mint in the summer and fig in the winter) can be used away from the dining area, Helmstetter warns against overpowering aromas at the table. —Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025

Fragrance Many makeup removers are scented to one degree or another, but scented products can irritate sensitive skin or bother those who have sensitivities to fragrance. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025

Faces are momentarily obscured behind extravagantly scented walls of steam. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing scented

• hay-scented fern

Rhymes for scented

• dented
• rented
• tented
• vented
• assented
• augmented
• cemented
• consented
• contented
• demented
• dissented
• fermented

Kids Definition

scented

adjective

scent·​ed

: having scent

especially : filled with perfume