woodsier; woodsiest
Synonyms of woodsynext
: characteristic or suggestive of woods
the woodsy flavor of mushrooms

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The mammals do, in fact, have a woodsy smell. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026 The oversized wooden beams and roof of this pergola fit right into the woodsy natural surroundings. Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026 Bruckner also directed the woodsy horror movie The Ritual and the 2022 reboot of Hellraiser. Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026 For something citrusy and woodsy, Chanel’s Chance eau fraîche is refreshing like spring in bloom. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for woodsy

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of woodsy was in 1854

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“Woodsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/woodsy. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

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woodsy

adjective
woodsier; woodsiest
: of, relating to, or suggestive of woods
a woodsy smell

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