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unscented

adjective

un·​scent·​ed ˌən-ˈsen-təd How to pronounce unscented (audio)
Synonyms of unscentednext
: having no scent : not scented
an unscented deodorant
unscented dish soap

Examples of unscented in a Sentence

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Use a gentle, unscented cleanser and avoid scrubbing your skin. Sherri Gordon, Health, 29 Oct. 2025 Regularly wash pet bedding and toys with gentle, unscented detergents to minimize irritants. Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025 Dryer sheets do come in unscented versions. Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025 For a more neutral option, grab an unscented or lightly-scented candle with earthy notes like amber, ivory, or forest green. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unscented

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscented was circa 1775

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“Unscented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscented. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

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