Stank

The past tense of 'stink,' referring to the emanation of an offensive, foul, or revolting odor. The smell can be literal, describing an unpleasant physical aroma, or figurative, representing something morally corrupt, unpleasant, or distasteful. It implies a strong, often pervasive, and repulsive scent, often associated with decay, waste, or unsanitary conditions. The intensity of the 'stank' can vary, ranging from a mild unpleasantness to an overwhelming stench that causes physical revulsion or a strong feeling of disgust. It can also be used to describe a situation or person perceived as being morally wrong or of poor quality. This is especially so for a person whose actions or character is deeply offensive and deplorable. It's often used in a casual and emphatic manner to convey the negative impact the source of the stink has on the senses or moral compass.

Stank meaning with examples

• The garbage bin hadn't been emptied in weeks, and by the time I went to take it out, it stank so powerfully that I had to hold my breath the entire time. The odor of rotting food and wet refuse permeated the air, making the task utterly unpleasant.
• The abandoned building stank of mold and mildew, a testament to years of neglect and exposure to the elements. We held our noses as we cautiously walked past the entrance, the thick, musty air clinging to our clothes long after we had left the vicinity.
• After the power outage, the refrigerator stank after the food inside began to decompose, and we realized that we had to throw away everything we had inside of it due to the stench and its effect on us.
• The politician's corruption stank to high heaven; everyone knew his involvement in the bribery scandal, and the public's faith in the entire government was severely tested by the scandal. His blatant disregard for ethics made him lose all credibility.
• After the flood receded, the low-lying areas stank with the scent of stagnant water and decaying debris. The putrid smell lingered for days, a constant reminder of the disaster and its devastating aftermath.