Definition of 'essence'
Noun
- the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"
Synonyms: kernel substance core center gist heart heart and soul inwardness marrow meat nub pith sum nitty-gritty - any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted
- the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
Synonyms: effect burden core gist - a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor
Synonyms: perfume