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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fragrance This jar candle has a lovely fragrance reminiscent of a tropical island, featuring citrus, florals and vanilla elements. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 July 2025 In the continued spirit of collaboration, an exclusive fragrance was created for the show by Symrise Fine Fragrance perfumers, a partner of the Istituto Marangoni Paris for the Bachelor and Master of Fragrances and Cosmetics Management and Fragrances and Cosmetics Brand Management and Licensing. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 July 2025 Open since 2001, the company makes approximately 35 different fragrances, including seasonal soaps. Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2025 Victoria’s Secret is best known as a lingerie retailer, but in recent years has added beauty products, fragrance and lounge wear to its offering. Bethany Wales, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fragrance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fragrance
Noun
  • The smell will fade overtime as the blinds begin to dry, but diluting vinegar with water helps minimize the potency of the scent.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 19 July 2025
  • Consider matching the soap's color (and the scent) to the jar's jam flavor.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2025
Noun
  • The whiskey features aromas of toasted nuts, café mocha, and vanilla.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
  • Balancing different spirits, syrups, and mixers is what will distinguish a superb drink with nuanced flavors and aromas from a concoction that tastes like something banned by the Geneva Convention.
    Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 July 2025
Noun
  • After the shower, there’s a deluge of lip treatments, moisturizers, body oils and perfumes to finish.
    Kameryn Griesser, CNN Money, 17 July 2025
  • Leff said that with airflow and filtration, smells, sprays or perfumes can be spread throughout the cabin.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025

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“Fragrance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fragrance. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.

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