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

  • (..) These are many pages. - There are many ads. Think of what Vanessa said, why is your life worth more than that of me. That is funny, that I can no longer remember. I believe that something stinks here. I love the smell of flowers. Yes? What do you think of the smell of flames? Not so tasty. (..)
    2007 Bee Movie