What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
smelliest
Example
The cheese in the fridge is the smelliest thing I've ever encountered. [smelliest: superlative adjective]
Example
The gym locker room is always the smelliest place in the building. [smelliest: superlative adjective]
stinkiest
Example
The garbage bin outside our house is the stinkiest thing I've ever smelled. [stinkiest: superlative adjective]
Example
The fish market is the stinkiest place in the city. [stinkiest: superlative adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Smelliest is more commonly used than stinkiest in everyday language, and it is more versatile in terms of formality.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between smelliest and stinkiest?
Smelliest is more formal than stinkiest, which is more casual and informal.
