Cool MateMeaning of Reek
To emit a strong, unpleasant odor.
In simple words: To have a strong bad smell.
Reek in a sentence
- The garbage in the corner began to reek after a few days.
- After cooking fish, the kitchen would often reek of the strong scent.
- He stepped back, unable to handle the reek of the sewage.
- The locker room reeked of sweat and dirty shoes.
- She was embarrassed when her shoes began to reek of mildew.
How to use Reek
Use 'reek' in neutral to slightly negative contexts. Avoid in formal writing as it may seem informal or overly strong.
Grammar pattern
reek + of + object
Memory hint
Reek sounds like 'reeky' - imagine a skunk giving off a strong smell.
Related words
Collocations with Reek
- reek of smoke
- reek of alcohol
- reek of decomposing matter
- reek of sweat
- reek of fish
Opposites of Reek
- freshen
- clean
- sweeten
Common mistakes with Reek
- Confused with 'reek' vs 'reeked'; 'reeked' is past tense.
- Using 'reek' without a preposition like 'of' for clarity.
- Mixing it up with similar sounding words like 'wreak'.
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Frequently asked questions about Reek
What does Reek mean?
To have a strong bad smell.
What is the definition of Reek?
To emit a strong, unpleasant odor.
How do you use Reek in a sentence?
The garbage in the corner began to reek after a few days.
Can you give another example of Reek?
After cooking fish, the kitchen would often reek of the strong scent.
What are synonyms for Reek?
Common alternatives include stink, smell, fetid, reeked, pungent.
What is the opposite of Reek?
Opposite meanings include freshen, clean, sweeten.
What words go with Reek?
It commonly pairs with reek of smoke, reek of alcohol, reek of decomposing matter, reek of sweat, reek of fish.
What are common mistakes when using Reek?
Confused with 'reek' vs 'reeked'; 'reeked' is past tense. Using 'reek' without a preposition like 'of' for clarity. Mixing it up with similar sounding words like 'wreak'.
How do you pronounce Reek?
US: //rik//, UK: //riːk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Reek?
Use 'reek' in neutral to slightly negative contexts. Avoid in formal writing as it may seem informal or overly strong.