Definition of fragrancynext
as in scent
a sweet or pleasant smell the fragrancy of roses on a warm summer evening

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrancy
Noun
  • Scientists assumed bull ants, which don’t rely primarily on scent navigation, had to wake up before dark and use the day’s last light to find their way to sustenance.
    K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 17 May 2026
  • The scent of olive orchards and sea salt fill the air, the whizz of our tires the only soundtrack.
    Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Noun
  • These ingredients are used in Ana Mandara’s farm-to-table meals, spa products, and custom fragrances.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
  • But fragrance alone doesn’t explain the loyalty; the accompanying nongreasy richness that helps leave skin feeling remarkably smooth, soft, and radiant does.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 20 May 2026
Noun
  • Don’t miss Shinrin-Yoku, a crisp and delicate Japanese-style rice lager, or the ever-popular Sightglass IPA, built on a pilsner malt base with aromas of berry and key lime.
    Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
  • Don’t skip the almond extract—a small splash deepens the cherry flavor and gives the filling its bakery-style aroma.
    Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 May 2026
Noun
  • Its perfume—hot, hot vinyl—sharp in our noses.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
  • Shrubs that don't have showy flowers can still have a nice perfume or provide a soft green backdrop.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Fragrancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrancy. Accessed 22 May. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster