essence
/ˈɛsəns/noun
The inherent nature of a thing or idea.
Example sentences
- “essence of Jojoba”
- “vanilla essence”
Featured as word of the day on August 19, 2028.
Related words
eternalOne who lives forever; an immortal.essayA written composition of moderate length, exploring a particular issue or subject.etherealPertaining to the hypothetical upper, purer air, or to the higher regions beyond the earth or beyond the atmosphere; celestial; otherworldly.espouseTo become/get married to.ethernetA computer network that complies with this set of standards.esotericIntended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest, or an enlightened inner circle.