Synonyms of fragrance

fragrance

noun

ˈfrā-grən(t)s 

as in scent

a sweet or pleasant smell

the fragrance of lilac trees in full bloom

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scent
• aroma
• perfume
• fragrancy
• balm
• incense
• bouquet
• attar
• otto
• spice
• redolence
• essence
• odor

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• stench
• stink
• reek
• malodor
• fetor

Synonym Chooser

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

Recent Examples of fragrance

Every fragrance is developed, bottled, and packaged in Iceland, using native water and Icelandic alcohol. —April Long, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2025

The fragrance opens with this bright, fizzy combination of raspberry, orange flower, and mandarin that immediately lifts your mood. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025

The cruelty-free fragrance melds notes of pumpkin spice, nutmeg, frothed milk, musk, and sandalwood, and keeps you fresh all day long. —Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 9 Oct. 2025

The fragrance is equally luxe, blending ambrette seed, pear water, sandalwood, and white amber. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 7 Oct. 2025