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

  • (..) But I didn't get a turn! Margo! Come on. We're leaving... Hey, what's wrong? I hate boys. Yes. They stink. Uh, sorry. Honey, we got to go. Oops! Sorry. Ya! Hey! Pollito, (..)
    2013 Despicable Me 2