Learn how to use the comparative “more fragrant” and superlative “most fragrant” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “fragrant”?

The comparative form of “fragrant” is “more fragrant”.

Example

The roses in the garden are more fragrant than the flowers in the vase.

Example

The freshly baked bread is more fragrant than the store-bought one.

What is the superlative form of “fragrant”?

The superlative form of “fragrant” is “most fragrant”.

Example

Among all the flowers, the jasmine is the most fragrant.

Example

The lavender oil is the most fragrant of all the essential oils.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "fragrant" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more fragrant" and "most fragrant" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of fragrance.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Fragrant" does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more fragrant”

more aromatic

Used to describe something that has a stronger or more pleasant smell.

Example

The coffee beans are more aromatic when they are freshly ground.

more perfumed

Used to indicate that something has a stronger or more intense fragrance.

Example

The gardenia flowers are more perfumed in the evening.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most fragrant”

most aromatic

Used to describe something that has the strongest or most pleasant smell.

Example

The basil leaves are the most aromatic when they are freshly picked.

most perfumed

Used to indicate that something has the strongest or most intense fragrance.

Example

The rose petals are the most perfumed when they are fully bloomed.

Using than with comparative “more fragrant”

When using the comparative form "more fragrant" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The roses in the garden are more fragrant than the flowers in the vase." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of fragrance in the "roses in the garden" is higher than the level of fragrance in the "flowers in the vase."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more fragrant” and “most fragrant” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Flowers

  The lilies are more fragrant than the daisies.

  The lilies are more fragrant than the daisies.

• 2. Food

  The spices make the curry the most fragrant dish.

  The spices make the curry the most fragrant dish.

• 3. Perfumes

  The new perfume is more fragrant than the previous one.

  The new perfume is more fragrant than the previous one.

• 4. Nature

  The pine forest is the most fragrant place I've been to.

  The pine forest is the most fragrant place I've been to.