Rumor

noun

/ˈɹuːmə(ɹ)/

Word Frequency: 2.6

Definitions

1.nounA statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth.

"There's a rumor going round that he's going to get married."

2.nounInformation or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.

"They say he used to be a thief, but that's just rumor."

3.verb(usually used in the passive voice) To tell a rumor about; to gossip.

"John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion."

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