Essence
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The inherent nature of a thing or idea. A significant feature of something. The concentrated form of a plant or drug obtained through a distillation process. Fragrance, a perfume. The true nature of anything, not accidental or illusory.
Example sentence: Exploration is really the essence of the human spirit.
Perfume
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A pleasant smell; the scent, odor, or odoriferous particles emitted from a sweet-smelling substance; a pleasant odor; fragrance; aroma.A substance created to provide a pleasant smell or one which emits an agreeable odor.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To apply perfume to; to fill or impregnate with a perfume; to scent.
Example sentence: I love my fragrance like I love my records. My perfume is myself.