
Stench
Intensity Matters
The term 'stench' indicates an extremely strong odor, much worse than a scent or smell.
The stench of the decaying food was unbearable.
Negative Connotation
'Stench' is used for smells that are unpleasant or disgusting, never for good smells.
He couldn't eat because the stench from the trash affected his appetite.
Physical Reaction
People often react physically to a stench by holding their nose or looking disgusted.
She covered her nose to avoid the stench from the sewer.
Compare with
AromaFoulnessOdourReekSmell
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