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verb

past tense of perfume
as in scented
to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance roses perfumed the wedding chapel

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Recent Examples of perfumed
Verb
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 Each order is wrapped in a red pouch and perfumed with Guerlain’s Habit Rouge. Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 26 Jan. 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 While the best hand creams run the gamut from fancy and perfumed to biotech infused and all-natural, dermatologists warn that the best products for dry hands will stay within certain parameters. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfumed
Adjective
  • Mary Anne Floris and James R.D. Bodenham lived at Ivy Lodge for over 50 years, from the late 1800s, and the property was renowned for its idyllic, sprawling gardens, filled with lavender and lined with fragrant herb gardens.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
  • The nose reveals vibrant tropical fruits, lemon curd, fragrant almond blossom, and pink grapefruit pith.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 12 June 2025
Adjective
  • The wine is expressive and aromatic on the nose, featuring aromas of black cherry, rose petal, and baking spice.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • With gray-green foliage and aromatic blooms that cover plants on and off from early summer to fall, catmint makes a perfect filler for any style of garden.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 June 2025
Adjective
  • Be Smart, Stylish, and Scent-Savvy While lightly scented candles (like mint in the summer and fig in the winter) can be used away from the dining area, Helmstetter warns against overpowering aromas at the table.
    Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
  • Fragrance Many makeup removers are scented to one degree or another, but scented products can irritate sensitive skin or bother those who have sensitivities to fragrance.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025

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“Perfumed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfumed. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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