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How does the noun redolence differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of redolence are fragrance, perfume, and scent. While all these words mean "a sweet or pleasant odor," redolence implies a mixture of fragrant or pungent odors.

the redolence of a forest after a rain

Where would fragrance be a reasonable alternative to redolence?

While in some cases nearly identical to redolence, fragrance suggests the odors of flowers or other growing things.

the fragrance of pine

In what contexts can perfume take the place of redolence?

The words perfume and redolence are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, perfume may suggest a stronger or heavier odor.

the perfume of lilacs

How do scent and perfume relate to one another, in the sense of redolence?

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

scent-free soaps

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of redolence The Russian army has focused on, and even mythologized, tank warfare for decades for its redolence of Russian victories over the Nazis in World War II. Andrew E. Kramer, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2023 This version is especially pared down, relying mostly on the bones, which are boiled over multiple hours to imbue the broth with fatty redolence. New York Times, 13 June 2022 To celebrate the occasion, Green’s son, Grant Green Jr. — a guitarist of cool, unhurried disposition, bearing the striking redolence of his father’s style — leads an all-star band at Jazz Standard. New York Times, 28 June 2018 This new sound often bears the markings of calypso, Afrobeat, grime and drum ’n’ bass, plus the spiritual jazz of the 1960s and ’70s, and an abiding redolence of Indian classical. Giovanni Russonello, New York Times, 29 Aug. 2017 A huge pot bubbles on the stove at the yellow guest house for hours, filling the air with the cloying redolence of burning tires. Cheryl Katz, Smithsonian, 17 Jan. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redolence
Noun
  • Eyewitnesses recalled the scent of burning, with guests’ screams filling the upper floors of the hotel.
    Alex Stambaugh, CNN, 21 Jan. 2025
  • The smell of smoke briefly overwhelmed the scent of Carlene Sutherland’s cherry pie and Sharon Tanner’s vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The stinging in my eyeballs from sweat and sunscreen mixes with the unmistakable smell of rotting flesh.
    Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 16 Jan. 2025
  • We were enveloped by the smell of smoke, but everything else felt normal.
    Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Dior is renowned for its cutting-edge skin care products and inspiring fragrances.
    Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Like prior Cacharel fragrances, such as Anaïs Anaïs from 1978, Ella Ella has a repeating name.
    Jennifer Weil, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The nose features elegant and fresh aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, accompanied by subtle floral notes of rose petal and violet, spice notes of cinnamon and clove, and an earthy forest floor undertone.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Fistfuls of cilantro and Thai basil enhance the dish with grassy aroma and brightness, while red onions and scallions add a peppery punch.
    Megan Zhang, Saveur, 16 Jan. 2025

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“Redolence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redolence. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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