Synonyms for reek

Synonyms for (noun) reek

Synonyms: stench, stink, reek, malodor, malodour, mephitis, foetor, fetor

Definition: a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

Similar words: odor, odour, olfactory perception, olfactory sensation, smell

Definition: the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

Usage: she loved the smell of roses


Synonyms for (verb) reek

Synonyms: fume, reek

Definition: be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face

Similar words: transude, ooze, ooze out, exudate, exude

Definition: release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities

Usage: exude sweat through the pores


Synonyms: stink, reek

Definition: smell badly and offensively

Usage: The building reeks of smoke

Similar words: smell

Definition: smell bad

Usage: He rarely washes, and he smells


Synonyms: smack, smell, reek

Definition: have an element suggestive (of something)

Usage: his speeches smacked of racism; this passage smells of plagiarism

Similar words: paint a picture, evoke, suggest

Definition: call to mind

Usage: this remark evoked sadness


Synonyms: reek

Definition: give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.

Usage: Marshes reeking in the sun

Similar words: give off, give out, emit

Definition: give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc.

Usage: The ozone layer blocks some harmful rays which the sun emits


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