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

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “nonfragrant”?

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

Example

This flower is more fragrant than the one next to it.

Example

The perfume she is wearing is more fragrant than the one I have.

What is the superlative form of “nonfragrant”?

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

Example

Out of all the flowers in the garden, this one is the most fragrant.

Example

This perfume is considered the most fragrant among all the brands.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "fragrant" to form the comparative and superlative forms. Using "better" or "best" would be grammatically incorrect in this context.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Fragrant" follows the regular pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives: - Comparative form: Fragrant → More fragrant - Superlative form: Fragrant → Most fragrant

Expressions with similar meanings to “more fragrant”

sweeter-smelling

Used to describe something that has a pleasant and sweet smell.

Example

The bakery is filled with the sweeter-smelling aroma of freshly baked bread.

Used to describe something that has a strong, pleasant smell.

Example

The spices in the dish give it an aromatic fragrance.

Used to describe something that has been scented with perfume or other fragrances.

Example

The room was filled with the perfumed scent of flowers.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most fragrant”

sweetest-smelling

Used to describe something that has the most pleasant and sweet smell.

Example

The roses in her garden are the sweetest-smelling flowers I've ever encountered.

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

Example

The coffee shop is known for its most aromatic brews.

best-smelling

Used to describe something that has the most pleasing smell.

Example

The bakery's freshly baked goods are always the best-smelling treats.

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: "This flower is more fragrant than the one next to it." Here, "than" is used to show that the quality of the fragrance of "this flower" is higher than the quality of the fragrance of the flower "next to it."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more fragrant” and “most fragrant” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Flowers

    This rose is more fragrant than that one.

    This rose is more fragrant than that one.

  • 2Perfumes

    Her perfume is the most fragrant in the collection.

    Her perfume is the most fragrant in the collection.

  • 3Food

    This dish is more fragrant than the others.

    This dish is more fragrant than the others.

  • 4Scents

    The candle has the most fragrant aroma.

    The candle has the most fragrant aroma.

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