stink

Definition

  • verb: to have a very bad smell
  • verb: to emit a strong offensive odor
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: stench, smell, pong

Examples

  • It 'stinks' that you can't stay longer. [=I'm very sorry/disappointed that you can't stay longer]

  • Something 'stinks' about his story. [=something about his story does not seem true or honest]

  • The food is good at that restaurant, but the service 'stinks'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) The Lord's finest brew for the good Sheriff's fighting men. It has a mighty kick. -Do I know you? -Please, sir, don't hurt me. Oh, my God, you stink. Pardon my blindness. I'm always falling-- Careful, Friar. What are you doing? Distributing libations for the (..)
    1991 Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves