PERFUME Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the noun 'perfume' differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of perfume are fragrance , redolence , and scent . While all these words mean "a sweet or pleasant odor," perfume may suggest a stronger or heavier odor. // the perfume of lilacs

Q: When would 'fragrance' be a good substitute for 'perfume'?

Although the words fragrance and perfume have much in common, fragrance suggests the odors of flowers or other growing things. // the fragrance of pine

Q: When could 'redolence' be used to replace 'perfume'?

In some situations, the words redolence and perfume are roughly equivalent. However, redolence implies a mixture of fragrant or pungent odors. // the redolence of a forest after a rain

Q: How are the words 'scent' and 'perfume' related?

Scent is very close to perfume but of wider application because more neutral in connotation. // scent -free soaps

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noun

ˈpər-ˌfyüm

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as in scent

a sweet or pleasant smell the perfume of fresh flowers filled the room

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verb

(ˌ)pər-ˈfyüm

as in to scent

to fill or infuse with a pleasant odor or odor-releasing substance roses perfumed the wedding chapel

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How does the noun perfume differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of perfume are fragrance, redolence, and scent. While all these words mean "a sweet or pleasant odor," perfume may suggest a stronger or heavier odor.

the perfume of lilacs

When would fragrance be a good substitute for perfume?

Although the words fragrance and perfume have much in common, fragrance suggests the odors of flowers or other growing things.

the fragrance of pine

When could redolence be used to replace perfume?

In some situations, the words redolence and perfume are roughly equivalent. However, redolence implies a mixture of fragrant or pungent odors.

the redolence of a forest after a rain

How are the words scent and perfume related?

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

scent-free soaps

Examples of perfume in a Sentence

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Noun

But the real star of the show is the fresh, earthy scent, which your giftee will also get to try in perfume form. —

Malia Griggs, SELF, 18 Oct. 2024 Aesop Gone viral many a time for their perfumes, Aesop is a master of aromatherapy. —

Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024

Verb

Plus, the premium leather will positively perfume the air while you’re luxuriously suspended in space. —

Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2024 With showy wine-red blossoms that perfume the garden with the distinctive aromas of chocolate and vanilla from mid-summer through fall, chocolate cosmos entices butterflies and curious gardeners alike. —

Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for perfume

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Due to their usually strong scent, Jaikaran adds to hold your breath and close your eyes while misting.

Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 4 Nov. 2024
The five classic scents featured include Baies, Roses, 34 Boulevard Saint-Germain, Figuier, and Narguilé.

Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 Nov. 2024