Basic Details
Word: Scent
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant.
Synonyms: Aroma, fragrance, odour
Antonyms: Odourlessness
Idioms and Phrases
- Follow your nose: To act according to your instincts or feelings, especially when seeking something. Example: "If you follow your nose, you might just find that delightful bakery around the corner."
- To have a nose for: To have a natural ability to notice or understand something. Example: "She has a nose for talent and can spot a good singer from miles away."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The scent of blooming flowers filled the garden, attracting many bees.
Example 2: I love the warm scent of fresh bread baking in the oven.
Example 3: The shop was filled with the sweet scent of vanilla and cinnamon.
Fun Fact
Did you know that human noses can detect about one trillion different scents? This incredible ability helps us identify and enjoy a variety of smells in our environment.
Famous Quote
"A scent can stir memories, realities that live within us but have long forgotten." - A.R. Rahman
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "scent" mean?
a) A kind of taste
b) A distinctive smell
c) A type of sound
d) A colour
Answer: b) A distinctive smell
2. Which of these is a synonym of "scent"?
a) Aroma
b) Sound
c) Light
d) Texture
Answer: a) Aroma
3. What is an antonym of "scent"?
a) Smell
b) Odourlessness
c) Aroma
d) Fragrance
Answer: b) Odourlessness
4. Which sentence uses "scent" correctly?
a) The scent of rain brought a smile to my face.
b) The scent was running fast.
c) She painted her room in a bright scent.
d) The scent played the piano beautifully.
Answer: a) The scent of rain brought a smile to my face.
5. Which idiom means to act according to your instincts?
a) Follow your nose
b) To have a nose for
c) The early bird catches the worm
d) A blessing in disguise
Answer: a) Follow your nose
