stink bomb

Prankster's smelly weapon

A stink bomb is a small device designed to release a foul smell, typically used as a prank.

The classic version is a glass vial of ammonium sulfide that breaks when thrown, producing a rotten-egg odor: Someone set off a stink bomb in the school hallway.

odor

reek

Emit strong odor

foul · fetid · rank · noxious · pungent · acrid · nauseating · skunky · smelly · offensive

prank

hoax

Deliberate deception for effect

  • gagMouth restraint or jest
  • jokeHumorous statement seeking laughter
  • mischiefPlayful troublesome behavior

shenanigan · tomfoolery · antics · trickery · jest · prankster · troublemaker · ruse · spoof · practical joke

repellent

deterrent

Thing that discourages action

unwelcome · repulsive · ward off · defensive · shield · drive away · clear out · flee · escape · revulsion

disruption

evacuation

Removal from danger

uproar · pandemonium · mayhem · clearing out · scatter · dispersal · alarm · panic · havoc · ruckus

Categories
Opposites
odor quality

stink bombair freshener

Device releasing pleasant scent

perfume · room spray · scented candle · potpourri · Febreze

intent/effect

stink bombwelcome mat

Rug at the entrance

party favor · peace offering · mood enhancer

explosive power

stink bombexplosive device

grenade · dynamite · explosive · landmine · IED

Family

stinkbomb

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G