fragrant

word

Definition

Having a pleasant or sweet smell, often used to describe flowers, foods, or other objects that smell nice.

Usage & Nuances

More formal or descriptive than 'smelly' or 'nice-smelling'; used mainly for positive scents from flowers, foods, or perfumes. Common collocations include 'fragrant flowers', 'fragrant rice', 'fragrant aroma'. Rarely used for very strong or artificial smells.

Example Sentences

The garden was full of fragrant roses.

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She used a fragrant soap to wash her hands.

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The kitchen smelled fragrant after baking the cake.

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I love how fragrant the jasmine tea is in the morning.

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The chef added some fragrant herbs to enhance the dish.

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The air became fragrant after the rain, filled with the scent of wet earth and flowers.

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