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perfume

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Số nhiều: perfumesQuá khứ: perfumedPhân từ 2: perfumedV-ing: perfumingSo sánh hơn: nullSo sánh nhất: null

This word carries a strong association with luxury, intimacy, and intentionality. It differs from scent or smell in that it implies a manufactured or concentrated essence designed specifically for aesthetic pleasure rather than a natural odor. It often evokes imagery of elegance, vanity, or romantic attraction. In a social context, the word can shift from positive to negative depending on the intensity. While a light perfume is seen as sophisticated, an overpowering perfume is often described as cloying or intrusive, marking the boundary between a subtle accessory and an overwhelming presence.

Uncountable when referring to the liquid substance in general. Countable when referring to a specific type, brand, or bottle of fragrance.

Ý nghĩa

Danh từ

[something]

"She applied a touch of expensive perfume to her wrists."

Ngoại động từ

[someone][something]

"The aroma of jasmine perfumed the entire garden."

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