woodsy

adjective

Definition of woodsynext
as in spicy

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Recent Examples of woodsy Now Billy spends her days alone living in the woodsy location where her breakout movie was filmed long ago. — Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 Scandalwood is a particularly sexy woodsy scent, designed in collaboration with founder Douglas Little and burlesque legend Dita von Teese. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026 But the space also looked warm and woodsy; the home was partly built by his father, a contractor from Costa Rica, which explains the Latin American folk art. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 28 July 2026 The 18-holes offer a lot of variety, from the long, semi-open first hole and its water views to the tight, woodsy holes later along when your target golf skills come into play. — Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for woodsy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for woodsy
  1. spicy
  2. flowery
  3. aromatic
Adjective
  • Nightcap is a deliciously addictive gourmand, blending cozy vanilla and rich woods with sparkling ginger and cardamom for a spicy-sweet twist.
    — Allure Editors, Allure, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The dish is spicy enough and not so thick with cream or flour and is a standout in the clam chowder world, according to Times reader Mary Ann Mollenkamp.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of spicy
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  • Her flowery dress was the brightest thing in our corner of the car.
    — Ledio Cakaj, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026
  • He is never lost for words, his answers fluent, flowery and free of ums or ers.
    — Andy McGrath, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Definition of flowery
Adjective
  • Jasmine and peppermint add an aromatic lift, keeping the richer notes from overwhelming the grapefruit.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
  • For an aromatic variation, add a few sprigs of rosemary or thyme, a bay leaf, black peppercorns, or crushed red pepper flakes before the pan goes into the oven (see Herby Garlic Confit).
    — Jeremy Fox, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of aromatic

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“Woodsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woodsy. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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