incense

/ɪŋˈsɛns/

Definitions

1. noun

fragrant smoke or vapor, especially that produced by burning aromatic substances.

“The aroma of incense filled the entire room.”

2. verb

to annoy or provoke someone by repeating or emphasizing something.

“The politician’s opponents tried to incense the public with their accusations.”

3. verb

to fill or imbue something with a pleasant or subtle fragrance.

“The perfume incensed the air with a sweet scent.”

4. verb

to annoy or irritate someone’s feelings or temper.

“The noise incensed the neighbors, who asked them to keep it down.”

Synonyms

  • fragrance
  • perfume
  • scent

Antonyms

  • odor
  • stench