essence Synonyms

gist core center centre inwardness meat marrow quintessence crux kernel nitty-gritty heart and soul perfume burden substance pith nub heart seasoner scent sapor stereotypy sum summation symbolization tang sapidity self sense significance stuff spirit soul subconscious subject-matter smell signification substantiveness significancy snapper salsify prototype potion polyatomic polestar point pivot pharmaceutic petrol personification