Definition of fragrancenext
as in scent
a sweet or pleasant smell the fragrance of lilac trees in full bloom

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How does the noun fragrance differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of fragrance are perfume, redolence, and scent. While all these words mean "a sweet or pleasant odor," fragrance suggests the odors of flowers or other growing things.

the fragrance of pine

When can perfume be used instead of fragrance?

While the synonyms perfume and fragrance are close in meaning, perfume may suggest a stronger or heavier odor.

the perfume of lilacs

When might redolence be a better fit than fragrance?

The synonyms redolence and fragrance are sometimes interchangeable, but redolence implies a mixture of fragrant or pungent odors.

the redolence of a forest after a rain

How do scent and perfume relate to one another, in the sense of fragrance?

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

scent-free soaps

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Recent Examples of fragrance And yes, the bottles are kind of garish, but don’t judge a fragrance based on its packaging! Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 24 June 2026 But for anyone who is sensitive to fragrance, that cozy fall candle or ocean-breeze spray can be more headache-inducing than inviting. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 In 1977, Yves Saint Laurent launched what would become the world’s most infamous fragrance. Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 15 June 2026 Hang lavender stems as soon as possible to help preserve their fragrance, color, and shape. Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fragrance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrance
Noun
  • Salicylates can also give scents a warm, enveloping, skin-like quality.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 28 June 2026
  • Wipe the microwave with a cloth to easily remove grime and leave a fresh lemon scent.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Made with a mix of hazy, golden Bavarian-style hefeweizen and tangy, sweet-and-sour grapefruit soda, this beer features aromas of citrus zest and banana bread, and is a great option to sip poolside or during a camping trip.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 25 June 2026
  • Thrilling smoky minerality on the nose with an abundance of floral aromatics that is laced with a citrus salinity, such as lemon confit, that has marked acidity and finishing aromas of seashell, making this a gorgeously gastronomic wine.
    Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
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  • Those compounds are naturally present in sweat or urine, and some pheromone perfumes also blend in essential oils to round out the scent.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026
  • Some pheromone perfumes also contain essential oils to round out the scent profile.
    Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 22 June 2026

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“Fragrance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrance. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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