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balm

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of balm

a sweet or pleasant smell

  • the balm of the restaurant's backyard garden enhances the aura of romance
Synonyms of balm

aroma, attar (also otto), bouquet, fragrance, fragrancy, incense, perfume, redolence, scent, spice
Words Related to balm

essence, odor
Antonyms of balm

fetor, malodor, reek, stench, stink

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