scentlike

Scentlike is a term used to describe something that possesses a resemblance to a particular smell or odor. It implies a quality that evokes or suggests a scent, even if it does not have a strong or distinct aroma itself. For instance, a fabric might be described as having a scentlike quality of lavender, meaning it carries a faint, reminiscent fragrance of the herb, rather than being strongly perfumed.

The term is often employed when a scent is subtle, fleeting, or indirect. It can also be used to describe an object that has been treated to impart a specific smell, but the scent is not overpowering. In artistic or literary contexts, "scentlike" might be used to evoke sensory experiences, suggesting an olfactory impression without necessarily identifying a precise fragrance. It is a descriptor that points to the presence of a smell in a nuanced or suggestive manner.