scenery

noun

scen·​ery ˈsē-nə-rē 

ˈsēn-rē

plural sceneries

1

: the painted scenes or hangings and accessories used on a theater stage

2

: a picturesque view or landscape

3

: one's usual surroundings

needed a change of scenery

Synonyms

• decor
• décor
• mise-en-scène
• scene
• set

Examples of scenery in a Sentence

She designed the scenery for the play.

The scenery showed a forest.

We went for a drive to enjoy the scenery.

Recent Examples on the Web

The course offers spectacular views of the medieval city center and equally stunning natural scenery to finish at the Olympic Stadium. —Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025

Outside, guests can soak up the tropical scenery from the rooftop terrace or take a dip in the infinity pool. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2025

Coolidge dropped his name at a Swedish junket for the film, and Edholm responded asking her to visit Sweden and peep all the beautiful scenery. —Bethy Squires, Vulture, 7 Apr. 2025

Inside, 94 rooms blend political pedigree with the area’s natural scenery. —Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1707, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing scenery

• a change of scene/scenery

Rhymes for scenery

• deanery
• greenery
• machinery
• turbomachinery

Kids Definition

scenery

noun

scen·​ery ˈsēn-(ə-)rē 

1

: the painted scenes or hangings and accessories used on a theater stage

2

: a view or landscape resembling a beautiful painting

mountain scenery

3

: one's usual surroundings

needed a change of scenery