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as in smells
the quality of a thing that makes it perceptible to the sense organs in the nose
dogs are able to detect scents that are far below the threshold detectable by the human nose
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as in perfumes
to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance
fancy bars of soap scented with lavender
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as in senses
to have a vague awareness of
he scented danger
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Recent Examples of scents
Emily Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Give me all the fruity, gourmand and feminine scents galore.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Available in two spellbinding scents, Couldn’t Be Lovelier with bright raspberry and bubbles and Wickedly Wonderful with cashmere woods and lime, this enchanting collection transforms self-care into pure empowerment.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The nine scents on our list offer a range of approaches, from crisp and modern to dark and enveloping, each designed to linger in memory long after the night ends.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
The Boots Fragrance boutique is located within the new retail development Broadgate Central, and carries 400 scents ranging from the niche to the well-known, with prices that stretch from mass to luxury.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
The scents of legacy houses — Guerlain, Chanel, Caron, Lanvin — don’t just sell fragrance.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
There are 40 scents from which to choose, plus dry botanical to add to your candle.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
The scents are all holiday-themed, and each of the products has a festive look to get you into the holiday spirit.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
Noun
What to Do The best way to fall in love with this beautiful city is to explore it by foot, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents that make each neighborhood unique.
—Emily Baldwin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
Give me all the fruity, gourmand and feminine scents galore.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025
Available in two spellbinding scents, Couldn’t Be Lovelier with bright raspberry and bubbles and Wickedly Wonderful with cashmere woods and lime, this enchanting collection transforms self-care into pure empowerment.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
The nine scents on our list offer a range of approaches, from crisp and modern to dark and enveloping, each designed to linger in memory long after the night ends.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
The Boots Fragrance boutique is located within the new retail development Broadgate Central, and carries 400 scents ranging from the niche to the well-known, with prices that stretch from mass to luxury.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
The scents of legacy houses — Guerlain, Chanel, Caron, Lanvin — don’t just sell fragrance.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
There are 40 scents from which to choose, plus dry botanical to add to your candle.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
The scents are all holiday-themed, and each of the products has a festive look to get you into the holiday spirit.
—Molly Blanco, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scents
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According to Euromonitor data, fragrances in the Middle East and Africa grew 11 percent in 2024, compared with 7 percent globally.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Members of the Beauty Insiders loyalty program can save up to 20 percent on makeup, haircare, skincare, fragrances, and more through November 10.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Its natural deodorizing properties help neutralize the unpleasant smells associated with pets, according to Stein.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Between the sounds, the smells and the watchable crowd, the neighborhood was happening.—
Ken Perrotte,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The first is Christopher Walken as Gabriel, a mean-spirited angel who sniffs and licks crime scenes and inspects children’s teeth for reasons that sort of make sense within the movie.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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In the clip, an elderly woman stands holding a bowl and a spoon beside a massive brown bear that sniffs her feet.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Minnesota coach Chris Finch senses a growing interest in the tournament for players across the league, noting guys talk openly about it.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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In auto mode, the vacuum automatically senses debris on hard floors and carpet, adjusting its suction power while conserving energy where possible.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Your family will come home to delicious aromas wafting through the house from this classic slow-cooker Mississippi Pot Roast.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Tea lovers will love indulging in the flavors and aromas of these 24 black, green, oolong, white, and herbal teas from Vahdam Tea.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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But now, without improved results between the pipes, the Atlantic Division win the Leafs earned last season feels improbable.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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When a baby or toddler has a meltdown or feels overwhelmed, parents can see it as an opportunity to teach resilience.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Buyers don’t want to be reminded of strong perfumes that resurface certain memories when touring a home, so rose scents of any kind should only be enjoyed after a homeowner is done touring their property.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Likewise, the product offering grew over the years to include several licenses, ranging from jeans and perfumes to home — the latter called Valentino Più.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Scents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scents. Accessed 24 Nov. 2025.
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