verb
- spread (news or a rumor) widely
Usage: formal; often used in passive voice
Examples
- The scandal was bruited about the small town within hours.
- News of the merger had been bruited in financial circles for weeks.
- Rumors of his resignation were bruited throughout the company.
- The story was bruited abroad by the local press.
- Tales of the treasure were bruited among the villagers.
- The gossip was quickly bruited around the neighborhood.