Basic Details
Word: Fragrant
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having a pleasant smell.
Synonyms: Scented, aromatic, perfumed
Antonyms: Unscented, odourless, foul-smelling
Idioms and Phrases
- Fragrant memory: A good or pleasant memory that is recalled with happiness. Example: "The smell of fresh bread brought back a fragrant memory of my grandmother's kitchen."
- Fragrant garden: A garden full of flowers and plants that give off sweet scents. Example: "Walking through the fragrant garden, I felt relaxed and at peace."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The fragrant aroma of blooming flowers filled the air during spring.
Example 2: She lit a fragrant candle that created a warm and inviting atmosphere in the room.
Example 3: The baker's shop was full of fragrant delights, making it hard to choose what to buy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "fragrant" comes from the Latin word "fragrantem," which means "to smell sweet"? This word has been used for centuries to describe pleasant scents.
Famous Quote
"The fragrance of flowers spreads only in the direction of the wind. But the goodness of a person spreads in all directions." - Chanakya
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fragrant" mean?
a) Having no smell
b) Having a pleasant smell
c) Having a bad smell
d) Very hard to touch
Answer: b) Having a pleasant smell
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fragrant"?
a) Scented
b) Loud
c) Bitter
d) Bright
Answer: a) Scented
3. Which sentence uses "fragrant" correctly?
a) The fragrant flowers blossomed beautifully in the garden.
b) The fragrant dog barked all night long.
c) The boy was fragrant for winning the race.
d) The fragrant shirt was very formal.
Answer: a) The fragrant flowers blossomed beautifully in the garden.
4. Which idiom means to have a pleasant smell?
a) Fragrant garden
b) A bitter pill
c) A piece of cake
d) Break a leg
Answer: a) Fragrant garden
5. What is the opposite of "fragrant"?
a) Odourless
b) Colourful
c) Sweet
d) Beautiful
Answer: a) Odourless
