Pronunciation

/sent/

Definitions

• Noun: A distinctive odor or smell, often pleasant. For example: “The garden had a lovely scent of roses.”
• Verb: To perceive or detect a smell; experience by olfaction. For example: “She could scent the fresh baked bread from the bakery.”
• Adjective: Characteristic of a particular odor; fragrant. For example: “The air had a subtle, floral scent.”

Phrases

• “Carry a pleasant scent” means to have a pleasing aroma.
• “The scent of lavender is known for its calming properties.”
• “Scented candles add a cozy atmosphere to a room.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The perfume left a lingering scent on her skin.”
• Verb: “I could scent the damp earth after the rain.”
• Adjective: “The flowers in the garden were sweet-scented.”

Synonyms

• Fragrance
• Odor
• Aroma
• Whiff -馨香 (xīn xiāng) (Chinese)
• Aroma (informal)
• Perfume (referring to a strong fragrance)
• Essence (referring to a concentrated scent)