Stink Definition & Meaning

stink
noun
  1. a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
verb
  1. be extremely bad in quality or in one's performance; "This term paper stinks!"
  2. smell badly and offensively; "The building reeks of smoke"

"Stink" in song lyrics

See how stink is used in real songs:

  • "See this blunt in my front, some say might stink"
    Artifacts — Lower Da Boom
  • "Remain hard like hell, who stink?"
    Babyface Fensta — Can't, Won't, Don't Stop
  • "Still don't snitch a whip, still rent, still carry a stink"
    Blak Twang f/ Jahmali — So Rotton

Usage tips for "stink"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stink" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stink to find words that pair well.

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