Perfumed — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /(ˌ)pər-ˈfyüm/ per·fume

Meaning & Definition of Perfumed

Perfumed (verb)

  1. to fill or imbue with an odor

Perfumed (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having a pleasant smell

    "delicately perfumed stationery"

    similar: ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, 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

Perfumed (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance

    "roses perfumed the wedding chapel"

    similar: incensed, odorized, scented
    opposite: stank up
    near: deodorized

Related Entry: Perfume (verb)

Perfume is a different word from Perfumed. The synonyms below are for perfume, not for perfumed.

  1. to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance

    "roses perfumed the wedding chapel"

    similar: incense, odorize, scent
    opposite: stink up
    near: deodorize

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Perfumed

The most common words with a similar meaning to Perfumed:

ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, redolent, savory, scented, sweet, incensed, odorized

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Perfumed

Words with the opposite meaning of Perfumed:

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

Related Words for Perfumed

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

Near Antonyms of Perfumed

odorless, unscented, fusty, musty, stale, gamy, deodorized

Word Forms of Perfumed

Inflections: perfuming

Origin & Etymology of Perfumed

First known use: 1546

Frequently Asked Questions about Perfumed

What does "Perfumed" mean?

"Perfumed" means to fill or imbue with an odor. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to fill or imbue with an odor. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Perfumed"?

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

What are different ways to say "Perfumed"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Perfumed". Common alternatives include ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, redolent, savory, scented, sweet, incensed and odorized.

What is the opposite of "Perfumed"?

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

How do you use "Perfumed" in a sentence?

Examples of "Perfumed" in a sentence: "delicately perfumed stationery"; "roses perfumed the wedding chapel".

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

"Perfumed" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Perfumed"?

"Perfumed" is pronounced /(ˌ)pər-ˈfyüm/ and divided into syllables as per·fume.

What is the origin of the word "Perfumed"?

First known use: 1546.