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Essences

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Definition

Essences refer to the most important quality or aspect of something, or a concentrated form of a substance.

Synonyms & similar words

nittygritty center marrow gist heartandsoul meat nub substance centre kernel essence burden pith perfume inwardness heart core sum effect core quintessence soul spirit nature substance extract concentration tincture perfume fragrance aroma odor smell scent elixir solution juice potion serum

Example sentences

  1. The essence of a flower is often used in perfumes.
  2. The essence of a pizza is its delicious toppings.
  3. She added a few drops of vanilla essence to the cake batter.
  4. The essence of a good friendship is honesty and trust.
  5. The essence of a successful business is providing a product or service that people need.

Quotes

  • 'The essence of all art is to have pleasure in giving pleasure.' - Dale Carnegie
  • 'The essence of mathematics is not to make simple things complicated, but to make complicated things simple.' - S. Gudder
  • 'The essence of being human is that one does not seek perfection.' - George Orwell

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