as in fragrant
having a pleasant smell
delicately perfumed stationery
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Recent Examples of perfumed
Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Some cookies, like the Kona Coffee Dark Choc Espresso, have a deep, more complex richness, while others, like the Lilikoi (Passionfruit) White Chocolate, were overwhelmingly floral and perfumed.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025
Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
At Shen House, once the lavish residence of Ming dynasty tycoon Shen Wansan, creaking floorboards and moon gates lead to quiet courtyards perfumed with jasmine—while silk threads shimmer in tiny shops, and calligraphers bend over scrolls lit by lantern glow.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Statues of rulers, such as Egypt’s Berenice II, were also perfumed, Brøns finds.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
The buttery cake is amply perfumed with vanilla, with almond extract providing a subtle yet present supporting note.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025
Avoid using abrasive and perfumed cleansers, astringents, and skin pads.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2025
Cardamom and clove perfumed the air, mingling with the scent of fresh flatbread wafting from ovens around every corner.
—Chris Schalkx, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
But oh, does Sorrentino know how to apply liberal splashes of visual lushness to this pretty fashion plate of a movie that’s perfumed like one of those ads in a magazine.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025
This 26-ounce, triple-wicked beauty from Flamingo Estate—perfumed with jasmine, rose, bergamot, and orange blossom—is estimated to last up to 165 hours.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Squirrels find the rhizome roots distasteful and are deterred by the highly perfumed scent of the blooms.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Some cookies, like the Kona Coffee Dark Choc Espresso, have a deep, more complex richness, while others, like the Lilikoi (Passionfruit) White Chocolate, were overwhelmingly floral and perfumed.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
Treatments are designed to be sensorial and effective without feeling heavy or overly perfumed.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
At Shen House, once the lavish residence of Ming dynasty tycoon Shen Wansan, creaking floorboards and moon gates lead to quiet courtyards perfumed with jasmine—while silk threads shimmer in tiny shops, and calligraphers bend over scrolls lit by lantern glow.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Statues of rulers, such as Egypt’s Berenice II, were also perfumed, Brøns finds.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Mar. 2025
The buttery cake is amply perfumed with vanilla, with almond extract providing a subtle yet present supporting note.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025
Avoid using abrasive and perfumed cleansers, astringents, and skin pads.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2025
Cardamom and clove perfumed the air, mingling with the scent of fresh flatbread wafting from ovens around every corner.
—Chris Schalkx, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
But oh, does Sorrentino know how to apply liberal splashes of visual lushness to this pretty fashion plate of a movie that’s perfumed like one of those ads in a magazine.
—Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2025
This 26-ounce, triple-wicked beauty from Flamingo Estate—perfumed with jasmine, rose, bergamot, and orange blossom—is estimated to last up to 165 hours.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfumed
Adjective
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Larger suites come with expansive bathrooms featuring standalone tubs (stocked with plenty of fragrant lotions and potions for soaking, all from the in-house brand The Erose) as well as your very own steam room, with a window that glimpses across the rooftops of Venice.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
13 Oct. 2025
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Here, community isn’t just a vague ideal but a synced heartbeat shared by all, whether that means showing up to pep rallies or trading sacks of dusty, fragrant ‘Pawnee’ pecans with neighbors and friends.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Most are scented with hot peppers or garlic and will work for a few days.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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Not only are the bottles beautifully inspired by traditional South of France scenes, but the products are scented with mint, thyme, basil and hints of blackcurrant for an uplifting bathing experience.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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With notes of coconut in every juicy, aromatic bite, this pineapple was developed to offer a one-of-a-kind flavor unlike anything currently on the market.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
14 Oct. 2025
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The region’s cool climate, long sunny days, and well-draining soils create the ideal conditions for producing crisp, aromatic wines with vibrant fruit flavors.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Perfumed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfumed. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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