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Synonyms for reek

Noun

1. malodor, malodour, stench, stink, reek, fetor, foetor, mephitis, smell, odor, odour, olfactory sensation, olfactory perception
usage: a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant

Verb

1. smack, reek, suggest, evoke, paint a picture
usage: have an element suggestive (of something); "his speeches smacked of racism"
2. reek, stink, smell
usage: smell badly and offensively; "The building reeks of smoke"
3. reek, fume, exude, exudate, transude, ooze out, ooze
usage: be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face
4. reek, emit, give out, give off
usage: give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc.; "Marshes reeking in the sun"
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