as in incenses
to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance
roses perfumed the wedding chapel
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
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.
Recent Examples of perfumes
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Fragrances and photosensitivity Certain ingredients in perfumes and colognes can cause photosensitivity, a reaction where the skin becomes more susceptible to UV damage.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Do not apply perfumes, deodorants, or other possible irritants before the procedure.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
The trio is located in countries that make up part of the European Union, which was hit with a 15 percent levy that began in August—covering everything from high-end perfumes to luxury cars.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
The climate control system filters and perfumes cabin air; and adjusts for changes in temperature, humidity and elevation.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
One of the shops inside The Crazy Water Hotel, Sensology aims to please all your senses with soaps and perfumes, jewelry, designer apparel, and even a sweets counter filled with chocolate truffles.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
Similar to the other perfumes in the line, the fragrance also contains a blend of essential oils.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
All these benefits attached to purchasing the perfumes, face serums, moisturizers, sunscreens (because fall sunshine still mandates applying them), and foundations everyone’s been raving about as of late?
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Fragrances and photosensitivity Certain ingredients in perfumes and colognes can cause photosensitivity, a reaction where the skin becomes more susceptible to UV damage.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, higher up, growers such as Raffaele Moccia (Agnanum) have more perfumes freshness in their wines.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Do not apply perfumes, deodorants, or other possible irritants before the procedure.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
The trio is located in countries that make up part of the European Union, which was hit with a 15 percent levy that began in August—covering everything from high-end perfumes to luxury cars.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
The climate control system filters and perfumes cabin air; and adjusts for changes in temperature, humidity and elevation.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
One of the shops inside The Crazy Water Hotel, Sensology aims to please all your senses with soaps and perfumes, jewelry, designer apparel, and even a sweets counter filled with chocolate truffles.
—Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
Similar to the other perfumes in the line, the fragrance also contains a blend of essential oils.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfumes
Noun
-
Laura Ashley has also worked with fragrance specialists Freckleface on a handmade candle called Vintage 100 that combines two of Laura’s favorite scents, English rose and wild blackberries.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
-
For something more accessible, try it with Bath & Body Works’ Vanilla Bean Noel or any of EOS’s body lotions, particularly their vanilla or coconut scents.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Many automotive fragrances have a limited production run and they can be purchased only from resellers on sites like eBay.—
Keenan Thompson,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
-
Before even entering the iconic club room, a room full of textured fragrances were positioned on podiums like an art exhibit.—
Essence,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Attractive light orange color; aromas of orange roses, persimmon and a hint of cardamon.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
-
For the most delicious variety, food enthusiasts should follow the aromas to the most concentrated locations with bold gastronomic ambitions.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
2 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Perfumes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfumes. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share