Perfumed: meaning, definitions and examples

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perfumed

 

[ หˆpษœหfjuหmd ]

Adjective / Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

scented

Having been given a pleasant smell by adding perfume or scent.

Synonyms

aromatic, fragrant, scented.

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Word Description / Examples
perfumed

Use this when something has a noticeable, often pleasant, artificial smell typically due to added chemicals or perfumes.

  • She bought a perfumed lotion; The room had a perfumed air freshener
scented

Can be used for both natural and artificial smells. It implies that something has been given a specific smell, often through some form of treatment or addition.

  • The drawer was full of scented candles; They used scented oils to freshen the room
fragrant

Suitable for describing a pleasant natural smell, often used with flowers, fruits, and sometimes places. It generally has a positive connotation.

  • The fragrant blossoms filled the air; She wore a fragrant flower in her hair
aromatic

Best for describing natural smells that are rich and pleasant, often related to spices, herbs, flowers, or food.

  • The garden is full of aromatic herbs; Aromatic spices are crucial for this dish

Examples of usage

  • The air was filled with the perfumed scent of flowers.
  • She wore a perfumed lotion that lingered in the room.
  • The perfumed soap left her skin feeling soft and fragrant.
Context #2 | Verb

treating with perfume

To make something smell pleasantly by applying perfume or scent to it.

Synonyms

aromatize, scent, spray.

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perfumed

Used to describe something that has been treated with perfume or has a pleasant smell due to perfume. It often refers to personal care products or luxury items.

  • She wore a perfumed lotion that made her skin smell wonderful
scent

Refers to adding a pleasant smell to something. It can also refer to the smell itself. It is commonly used in everyday language to describe both the action and the result.

  • She likes to scent her home with lavender essential oils
aromatize

Typically used in formal or technical contexts to describe the process of adding a pleasant smell to something, often in cooking or the fragrance industry.

  • Chefs often aromatize dishes with herbs and spices to enhance the flavor and scent
spray

Often used as a verb to describe the action of dispersing a liquid in the form of a fine mist. It can refer to applying perfume, air freshener, or any other scented liquid.

  • He sprayed a bit of cologne before heading out to meet his friends

Examples of usage

  • She perfumed her hair with a floral spray.
  • He perfumed the room with a diffuser.
Context #3 | Noun

scented liquid

A substance that emits a pleasant smell, typically a liquid containing perfume.

Synonyms

aroma, fragrance, scent.

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Word Description / Examples
perfumed

Used to describe something that has been artificially given a pleasant smell, usually through the application of a fragrance or scent. Often used for cosmetics, toiletries, and some cleaning products.

  • She wore a perfumed lotion every day.
  • The hotel room was perfumed with a gentle floral scent.
fragrance

Describes a pleasant and often delicate smell, commonly associated with perfumes, flowers, and sometimes with pleasant-smelling products. It is a more general and versatile term.

  • The fragrance of the roses was enchanting.
  • He bought a new fragrance for the summer.
scent

A general term for any smell, but often used to describe lighter and more subtle odors. Can refer to both pleasant and unpleasant smells, but in a neutral context, it usually means a nice smell.

  • The scent of lavender was calming.
  • Animals can often track their prey by scent.
aroma

Refers to a strong and pleasant smell, often associated with foods and drinks. It highlights the natural scent and is often used to evoke sensory and appetite responses.

  • The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.
  • She enjoyed the rich aroma of the coffee.

Examples of usage

  • She dabbed some perfumed on her wrists.
  • The perfumed was a blend of floral and citrus scents.

Translations

Translations of the word "perfumed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น perfumado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเค—เค‚เคงเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช parfรผmiert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ beraroma

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั€ั„ัƒะผะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ perfumowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฆ™ใ‚ŠใŒใคใ„ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท parfumรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ perfumado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท parfรผmlรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ–ฅ๊ธฐ๋กœ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุนุทุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ parfรฉmovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ parfumovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฆ™็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ parfumiran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ilmkenntur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ะพัˆ ะธั–ัั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฃแƒ แƒœแƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ•แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™tirli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ perfumado

Etymology

The word 'perfumed' originated from the Latin word 'perfumare', which means 'to smoke through'. In ancient times, perfumes were often associated with religious rituals and were used to mask unpleasant odors. Over time, the use of perfumes evolved into a form of personal grooming and luxury. Today, perfumed products are widely used in cosmetics, toiletries, and home fragrances to enhance personal scent and create pleasant environments.

See also: perfume.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,174, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.