fragrance

fra·grance

noun \ˈfrā-grən(t)s\

Definition of FRAGRANCE

1

a : a sweet or delicate odor (as of fresh flowers, pine trees, or perfume) b : something (as a perfume) compounded to give off a sweet or pleasant odor

2

: the quality or state of having a sweet odor

Examples of FRAGRANCE

1. a flower with a lovely fragrance
2. <the fragrance of lilac trees in full bloom>

First Known Use of FRAGRANCE

1667

Related to FRAGRANCE

Synonyms: aroma, attar (also otto), balm, bouquet, fragrancy, incense, perfume, redolence, scent, spice

Antonyms: fetor, malodor, reek, stench, stink

Related Words: essence, odor

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Synonym Discussion of 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>.