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Meaning of stink
The primary meaning of the word "stink" is to give off a strong and unpleasant smell.
Etymology of stink
The word "stink" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with the Old English word "stincan" meaning to smell or perfume, and the Middle English word "stinken" meaning to give off a bad smell
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a strong and unpleasant odor
Synonyms
smell
reek
stench
odor
fetor
foulness
putridity
rottenness
decay
corruption
malodor
mephitis
funk
fumes
effluvium
noisome
loathsome
abhorrent
disgusting
distasteful
repulsive
repugnant
offensive
nauseating
sickening
vile
foul
disgusting
gross
repulsive
putrid
rancid
musty
moldy
mildewy
gamy
high
strong
pungent
acrid
biting
piercing
penetrating
Definitions
- To give off a strong and unpleasant smell
- To be very bad or of very poor quality
- To feel or express strong dislike or disapproval
Usage Examples
- The garbage dumpster began to stink after a week without being emptied
- The smell of rotten fish made my stomach stink
- The company's reputation will stink if they don't address the scandal