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

  • (..) I know he's in here somewhere. Find him, turn the place upside down if you have to! Go, live your dream. I will. Your dream stinks, I was talking to her. Thanks for everything. I believe this is the man you're looking for. You got me. (..)
    2010 Tangled