BOUQUETS Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

bouquets

noun

plural of bouquet

as in garlands

a bunch of flowers I bought my wife a nice bouquet for her birthday

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as in scents

a sweet or pleasant smell this wine has a good bouquet

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as in compliments

an admiring personal remark an evening dress of daring design that attracted bouquets as well as brickbats

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Recent Examples of bouquets For bouquets, Wahlen recommends choosing one type of flower that has already been identified as non-toxic rather than an arrangement filled with unfamiliar stems and greenery, where a dangerous flower may be tucked among otherwise safe blooms. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Fans have left bouquets of flowers, according to photos of the property posted to real estate websites. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 The brickmaker posted a 21% revenue bump for the first half of the year, boosted once again by its now-stalwart lines like botanical bouquets, Formula 1 race cars and collectible sets. — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2026 Swift’s black dress was covered in bouquets of yellow, blue, and cream flowers, embracing a late summer theme. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026 Along with the bouquets and other perks, the homeowners are able to enjoy flower gardens without the responsibility of maintaining them. — ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026 It’s durably made, chip-resistant, has a glossy finish, and is sturdy enough to display your favorite seasonal bouquets. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 Thursday, community members brought him flowers, including bouquets with dog biscuits inside, to offer their sympathy. — Tony Aiello, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Many common garden pests make their way into bouquets (both nationally grown and imported) by hiding along stems, leaves, and within flower heads. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Read on for a roundup of this year’s fall decor trends that go beyond the basic centerpieces and garlands.

— Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026
While Ma handled the quilting and Pa the whittling, the girls often made crowns from wildflowers, dolls from cloth or paper, and homemade garlands for the holidays.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026

Definition of garlands

Noun

If fruity fragrances lean too sweet for your liking and clean scents feel too minimalist, citrus perfumes may be the ideal middle ground.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
No detail is overlooked—from antiques and scents to cheeky notes tucked in unexpected corners, the experience is intimate, playful, and deeply personal.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of scents

Noun

The couple's wedding favors, meanwhile, were comprised of individual posies of myrtle and white Balmoral heather.

— Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
The boxy design further elevates the reversible pattern–big, bolder florals on one side, and delicate posies on the other.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2026

Definition of posies

Noun

In late summer, Gap launched a new suite of perfumes modelled off the brand’s beloved fragrances of the nineteen-nineties—Grass, Heaven, Dream, and Om—in no small part to appeal to wistful elder millennials who miss spritzing themselves at the mall.

— Rhoda Feng, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
All product categories are represented across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, accessories, eyewear and fragrances, alongside select home and travel pieces.

— Miles Socha, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of fragrances

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It was announced ahead of the game that one of the tributes to Parton — an orange butterfly decal with her name on it — would be on the back of every Volunteers player's helmet.

— Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026
Jackie died last month after a weeks-long battle with a mysterious illness, setting off a torrent of heart-wrenching tributes and messages from her devoted fans who hailed from around the globe.

— Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of tributes

Noun

Cooler weather calls for longer lengths (though bobs are still très chic and very much welcome) and warmer, richer color.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026
The actor and beauty entrepreneur treats her hair like a daily ritual, customizing it into Pinterest-worthy styles—geometric bobs!

— Brianna J. Heath, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of bobs

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