Synonyms for perfume
ˈpɜr fyum, pərˈfyum; pərˈfyum, ˈpɜr fyumper·fume

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1. perfumeverb

   To apply perfume to; to fill or impregnate with a perfume; to scent.

   Synonyms:
   aroma, fragrance, scent

Complete Dictionary of Synonyms and AntonymsRate these synonyms:2.5 / 2 votes

1. perfume

   Synonyms:
   odor, scent, fragrance, redolence, aroma, smell, incense

   Antonyms:
   fetor, stench, stink

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1. aroma, fragrance, perfume, scentnoun

   a distinctive odor that is pleasant

   Synonyms:
   fragrance, scent, sweetness, olfactory property, essence, bouquet, redolence, odor, aroma, odour, fragrancy, smell

2. perfume, essenceverb

   a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor

   Synonyms:
   nitty-gritty, meat, core, essence, sum, gist, heart and soul, effect, substance, nub, center, burden, inwardness, kernel, fragrance, aroma, heart, scent, centre, marrow, pith

3. perfume, aromatize, aromatiseverb

   fill or impregnate with an odor

   "orange blossoms perfumed the air in the garden"

   Synonyms:
   aromatize, scent, aromatise

4. perfume, scentverb

   apply perfume to

   "She perfumes herself every day"

   Synonyms:
   aromatise, odourise, scent, nose, aromatize, wind, odorize

Matched Categories

1. • Groom
   • Odorize
   • Smell

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1. perfumenoun

   Synonyms:
   fragrance, balminess, aroma, redolence, incense, pleasing scent, grateful odor, sweetness of smell

2. perfumenoun

   Synonyms:
   sweet-smelling substance

3. perfumeverb

   Synonyms:
   scent, fill, impregnate or imbue with grateful odor

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1. perfumenoun

   Synonyms:
   fragrance, aroma, redolence, sachet, incense, emanation, odor, attar, musk, patchouli, frankincense, civet, myrrh, pastil, pulvillio

   Associated words:
   exhale, exhalation, cassolette, perfumer, perfumery

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1. List of paraphrases for "perfume":

   fragrance, scent, flavor, -perfume, perfumes, parfums, smell, cologne, flavour, fragrances, incense, bouquet, aroma

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How to use perfume in a sentence?

1. Ralph Waldo Emerson:

   Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others with out getting a few drops on yourself.

2. Dr. Jose P. Rizal:

   You must shatter the vase to spread its perfume, and smite the rock to get the spark!" (El Filibusterismo)

3. Gianluca Foa:

   The monks had the idea to use alcohol as a base in the perfume, instead of the then prevalent olive oil or vinegar, which left a rancid smell later.

4. Ralph Waldo Emerson:

   Happiness is a perfume which you cannot pour on someone without getting some on yourself.

5. Og Mandino:

   Realize that true happiness lies within you. Waste no time and effort searching for peace and contentment and joy in the world outside. Remember that there is no happiness in having or in getting, but only in giving. Reach out. Share. Smile. Hug. Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.