Stinking to high heaven

FETID

This word describes something with an extremely unpleasant, decaying odor.

The clue "Stinking to high heaven" is a straightforward definition hinting at something extremely foul-smelling. "Fetid" is a synonym for rotten or putrid, often used to describe a strong, unpleasant odor. The phrase "to high heaven" emphasizes the intensity, reinforcing that the answer means more than just mildly smelly. No wordplay is involved—it’s a direct definition clue.