reek (Meaning)
reek (n)
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant
reek (v)
have an element suggestive (of something)
smell badly and offensively
be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.
reek (n.)
A rick.
Vapor; steam; smoke; fume.
reek (v. i.)
To emit vapor, usually that which is warm and moist; to be full of fumes; to steam; to smoke; to exhale.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reek
reek Sentence Examples
- The overflowing dumpster reeked of forgotten food scraps.
- After a long day at the gym, my clothes reeked of sweat.
- The detective followed a trail that reeked of gasoline, leading them to the scene.
- The old attic reeked of dust and forgotten memories.
- The pungent durian fruit reeked, but its flavor was surprisingly sweet.
- The skunk sprayed, leaving a terrible stench that reeked for hours.
- The fisherman cast his line into the water, hoping for a catch that didn't reek of ammonia.
- The air reeked of sulfur after the volcanic eruption.
- The detective couldn't ignore the subtle metallic scent that reeked of blood.
- We opened all the windows to air out the room that reeked of fresh paint.
FAQs About the word reek
a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant, have an element suggestive (of something), smell badly and offensively, be wet with sweat or blood, as of one
stench,stink, funk, nastiness, filthiness, sniff,rankness, dirtiness, redolence, fetidness
fragrance, fragrance, aroma,perfume, perfume, sweetness, sweetness, aroma, spiciness, bouquet
The overflowing dumpster reeked of forgotten food scraps.
After a long day at the gym, my clothes reeked of sweat.
The detective followed a trail that reeked of gasoline, leading them to the scene.
The old attic reeked of dust and forgotten memories.
