fragrance

noun

fra·​grance ˈfrā-grən(t)s 

1

a

: a sweet or delicate odor (as of fresh flowers, pine trees, or perfume)

b

: something (such as a perfume) compounded to give off a sweet or pleasant odor

2

: the quality or state of having a sweet odor

Synonyms

• scent
• aroma
• perfume

Choose the Right Synonym for fragrance

fragrance, perfume, scent, redolence mean a sweet or pleasant odor.

fragrance suggests the odors of flowers or other growing things.

the fragrance of pine

perfume may suggest a stronger or heavier odor.

the perfume of lilacs

scent is very close to perfume but of wider application because more neutral in connotation.

scent-free soaps

redolence implies a mixture of fragrant or pungent odors.

the redolence of a forest after a rain

Examples of fragrance in a Sentence

a flower with a lovely fragrance

the fragrance of lilac trees in full bloom

Recent Examples on the Web

The gentle cream is designed for daily use and is fragrance-free and non-irritating. —Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025

Tucked in the heart of downtown, this shop is nothing short of charming with its selection of candles, fragrances, throw pillows, and even cards and gratitude journals. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025

Choose a small jar candle or votive in a seasonal fragrance like pumpkin chai, smoky cedar, or caramel apple, like TikTok creator Kimberly Vuong (@kimberllyvuong) added to her mini Boo Basket. —Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2025

Related Articles Myslf L’Absolu is the latest scent in the Myslf fragrance line, which already includes an eau de parfum, le parfum and cleansing bar. —Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1667, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

fragrance

noun

fra·​grance ˈfrā-grən(t)s 

: a sweet, pleasant, and often flowery or fruity smell