Essence Synonyms

Essence is a noun. Its synonyms include quintessence, soul, spirit, ethos, nature, life, lifeblood, core, heart, and centre. Its antonyms are superficiality and insignificance. Here are some additional synonyms for "essence" with example sentences.

Another word for essence

46 other ways to say essence.

1. in the sense of spirit
  • quintessence
  • spirit
  • nature
  • lifeblood
  • heart
  • crux
  • nucleus
  • marrow
  • pith
  • substance
  • central part
  • basic quality
  • intrinsic nature
  • reality
  • quiddity
  • nitty-gritty
  • soul
  • ethos
  • life
  • core
  • centre
  • nub
  • kernel
  • meat
  • gist
  • principle
  • fundamental quality
  • essential part
  • sum and substance
  • actuality
  • esse
2. in the sense of extract
  • extract
  • concentration
  • distillate
  • abstraction
  • juice
  • solution
  • dilution
  • perfume
  • concentrate
  • quintessence
  • elixir
  • decoction
  • tincture
  • suspension
  • scent

Essence Sentences

The essence of friendship is trust.

Understanding essence is key to knowledge.

Her essence radiates positivity and joy.

The perfume captures the essence beautifully.

Essence Rhymes