ATTAR Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

attar

noun

ˈa-tər

variants also otto

Definition of attar

as in scent

a sweet or pleasant smell exuding the attar of jasmine, the beautifully bejeweled woman set off for the ball

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Recent Examples of attar The current portfolio already has attars, the pure oils that are part of a ritual. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 Their flowers in pale pink or white are an afterthought to the plethora of scents – peppermint, lemon, chocolate, nutmeg, apple, ginger, apricot, attar of roses, and cinnamon, among others – that their leaves transmit upon being rubbed or crushed. — Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 6 Mar. 2025 Take the attar trail in the town of Kannauj in Uttar Pradesh, famous for the distilling of scents. — Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2025 Also known as attars or absolutes, essential oils are made from fruits and plants. — Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2025 Queen Charlotte had an entire room at Windsor Castle dedicated to her snuff collection, her favorite of which was named Violet Strasbourg, a blend mixed with bitter almonds, ambergris, and attar. — Lauren Puckett-Pope, Harper's BAZAAR, 5 May 2023

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Noun

The bath products are from one of my favorite local producers, Harnn, who created a scent exclusively for Kromo.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Each can be worn solo or layered for a custom concoction—whatever the case, each cozy scent is bound to be a hit with the mom who always makes the holidays so memorable.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of scent

Noun

Those compounds break down over time, so the aroma becomes much gentler.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Candle Candles make the best holiday gifts for anyone on your list, especially those of us who like to stay home and enjoy their invigorating aromas.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of aroma

Noun

The entire Hermès range of products, including ready-to-wear, perfume, scarves, and leather goods, is available here, all elegantly displayed around a central staircase.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
Malta has more than 200 licensed community pharmacies, dispensing medical care alongside prescriptions, sunscreen, nail polish remover, a surprisingly robust collection of perfumes, and subpar dental floss.

— Mariska Breland, STAT, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of perfume

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