noun
- a story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth that spreads from person to person
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is ‘rumor’
verb
- to tell or spread stories of uncertain truth about someone or something
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is ‘rumor’; often used in passive voice
Examples
- There’s a rumour going around that the school might close early.
- She denied the rumours about her resignation.
- Don’t believe everything you hear – it’s probably just a rumour.
- The rumour spread quickly through social media.
- It is rumoured that the company will announce layoffs next week.
- He was rumoured to be dating a famous actress.
- The politician tried to stop people from rumouring false information.