balm

noun

ˈbä(l)m How to pronounce balm (audio)
Definition of balmnext
as in scent
a sweet or pleasant smell the balm of the restaurant's backyard garden enhances the aura of romance

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Recent Examples of balm Don't forget your lips, either; Palm recommends a balm with zinc. — Angela Haupt, Time, 7 July 2026 Reparative Balm is a firming neck and hand balm for soft, youthful skin. — ABC News, 6 July 2026 Non-aerosol sunscreen, sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF lip balm are the baseline. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 6 July 2026 Bee Balm Bee balm, also known as monarda, offers more benefits than its colorful summertime blooms, which attract beneficial pollinators. — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for balm
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  1. scent
  2. fragrance
  3. aroma
  4. perfume
Noun
  • Packed with antioxidants, this formula helps defend against UV damage from sun exposure while leaving behind a vacation-worthy tropical scent.
    — Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026
  • In some ultra-competitive genres—Northern soul, hip-hop, jungle—selectors have been known to cover up the center stickers of their records, or leave white labels unmarked, to throw boothsnooping DJs off the scent.
    — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 18 July 2026
Definition of scent
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  • Below, find some of our favorite beauty picks from the Anniversary Sale, including skin care, makeup, hair, and fragrance.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
  • The matching perfume oil and hand cream help the fragrance last throughout the day.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 July 2026
Definition of fragrance
Noun
  • Many homeowners place sprigs of eucalyptus in the shower or in vases where the rich, invigorating aroma of eucalyptus can be enjoyed in its fullest.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
  • Cook, stirring often, until butter is lightly browned and has a nutty aroma, 3 to 5 minutes.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
Definition of aroma
Noun
  • The matching perfume oil and hand cream help the fragrance last throughout the day.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 July 2026
  • The inspiration for perfume brand Gamine has been a decade in the making.
    — Parizaad Khan Sethi, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026
Definition of perfume

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“Balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balm. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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