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essence

[es-uhns] / ˈɛs əns /
NOUN
heart, significance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aspect basis bottom line character core crux element lifeblood meaning nature principle quality reality root soul spirit structure substance
STRONG
attribute backbone base being bottom burden caliber constitution entity essentiality fiber form fundamentals germ grain kernel life marrow meat nitty-gritty nub nucleus pith point property quiddity quintessence stuff timber vein
WEAK
be-all and end-all chief constituent essentia main idea name of game virtuality
Antonyms
STRONG
abstract exterior exteriority outside top
NOUN
distillate, concentrate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
scent
STRONG
balm cologne drug effusion elixir extract fragrance juice liquor perfume potion spirits tincture
Antonyms
STRONG
stench stink

Example Sentences

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Five acts — Nezza, Eddy, Tropa Magica, Vanita Leo and Hermanos Espinoza — take over the De Los showcase at South by Southwest with their own distinct essence.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Sure, implied volatility, which is the essence of put and call prices, remains expensive, but options cost less than stocks.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Her employer, NWCare, said they were "devastated to learn about the unexpected passing" and that she "was the essence of humanity, kind, compassionate and beautiful".

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

In essence, seniors who thought they had found a safe harbor for their healthcare face the real possibility that they will no longer have adequate insurance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026

They were wincing as they dabbed essence of dittany onto their many injuries.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.