unscented

adjective

un·​scent·​ed ˌən-ˈsen-təd How to pronounce unscented (audio)
: having no scent : not scented
an unscented deodorant
unscented dish soap

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Over a decade ago, Target’s predictive analytics identified a teenager’s pregnancy before her father even knew—based solely on her purchasing patterns of prenatal vitamins and unscented lotion. Jason Snyder, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 In addition to the scented public baths, there are private (and unscented) springs at the spa and in several guest rooms. Clarissa Wei, AFAR Media, 3 Feb. 2025 The unscented candle in the 2015 research also caused concerning concentrations of toxins but had the lowest amount compared with its scented counterparts. Kristen Rogers, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024 Even unscented candles can create a cozy atmosphere ideal for movie nights, reading a great book on a rainy day off, or having friends over for a fall cocktail (or two). Monica Bell, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for unscented

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscented was circa 1775

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“Unscented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscented. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.

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