Fragrant — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈfrā-grənt/ fra·grant

Meaning & Definition of Fragrant

Fragrant (adjective)

  1. having a sweet or pleasant smell

Fragrant (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having a pleasant smell

    "the balsam fir is a favorite as a Christmas tree because it is so fragrant"

    similar: ambrosial, aromatic, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet
    related: flowery, fruity, pungent, spicy, odiferous, odored, odoriferous, odorous, clean, fresh, pure
    opposite: fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky, skunky, smelly, stenchful, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong
    near: odorless, unscented, fusty, musty, stale, gamy

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fragrant

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fragrant:

ambrosial, aromatic, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fragrant

Words with the opposite meaning of Fragrant:

fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky, skunky, smelly, stenchful, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong

Related Words for Fragrant

flowery, fruity, pungent, spicy, odiferous, odored, odoriferous, odorous, clean, fresh, pure

Near Antonyms of Fragrant

odorless, unscented, fusty, musty, stale, gamy

Word Forms of Fragrant

Derived words: fragrantly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Fragrant

Middle English, from Latin fragrant-, fragrans, from present participle of fragrare to be fragrant

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Fragrant

What does "Fragrant" mean?

"Fragrant" means having a sweet or pleasant smell. As an adjective, it is defined as: having a sweet or pleasant smell.

What is another word for "Fragrant"?

Other words for "Fragrant" include ambrosial, aromatic, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented and sweet. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fragrant" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fragrant"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fragrant". Common alternatives include ambrosial, aromatic, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented and sweet.

What is the opposite of "Fragrant"?

Antonyms of "Fragrant" include fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank and reeking. Near antonyms include odorless, unscented, fusty and musty.

How do you use "Fragrant" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fragrant" in a sentence: "the balsam fir is a favorite as a Christmas tree because it is so fragrant".

Is "Fragrant" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fragrant" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Fragrant"?

"Fragrant" is pronounced /ˈfrā-grənt/ and divided into syllables as fra·grant.

What is the origin of the word "Fragrant"?

"Fragrant" comes from Middle English, from Latin fragrant-, fragrans, from present participle of fragrare to be fragrant. First known use: 15th century.