Stench

6 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

A strong and deeply offensive smell.

“The stench from the blocked drain drifted through the entire building.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/stɛnt͡ʃ/

Related Words

Synonyms

malodormalodourstink reek fetor foetormephitis

Antonyms

fragrance perfume aroma

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

The CH ending is distinctive, the STEN- start narrows things quickly in Wordle.

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Scrabble

Worth 11 points, the CH pair adds value and the word is common enough to be a safe play.

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “stench”.

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