fragrance

noun

fra·​grance ˈfrā-grən(t)s 

1

a

: a sweet or delicate odor (as of fresh flowers, pine trees, or perfume)

b

: something (such as a perfume) compounded to give off a sweet or pleasant odor

2

: the quality or state of having a sweet odor

Synonyms

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

Choose the Right Synonym for fragrance

fragrance, perfume, scent, redolence mean a sweet or pleasant odor.

fragrance suggests the odors of flowers or other growing things.

the fragrance of pine

perfume may suggest a stronger or heavier odor.

the perfume of lilacs

scent is very close to perfume but of wider application because more neutral in connotation.

scent-free soaps

redolence implies a mixture of fragrant or pungent odors.

the redolence of a forest after a rain

Examples of fragrance in a Sentence

a flower with a lovely fragrance

the fragrance of lilac trees in full bloom

Recent Examples on the Web

Adding to the ritual is its compelling fragrance of jujube and lotus flower, and the elegant packaging is made of cardboard and contains no plastic. —Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024

Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, fragrance, and packaging. —Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024

For the fragrance newcomers, this is a scent that won’t overwhelm you or your space. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024

The strength of Prada Group’s licenses for eyewear and fragrance was highlighted at the end of October, when the company reported revenues in the first nine months of the year totaled 3.83 billion euros. —Luisa Zargani, WWD, 19 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1667, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

fragrance

noun

fra·​grance ˈfrā-grən(t)s 

: a sweet, pleasant, and often flowery or fruity smell