rumor Meaning & Definition
What Does Rumor Mean?
Rumor is used as a noun meaning A statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth. It is also used to mean Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims. As a verb, it means To tell a rumor about; to gossip. As a verb, it means (usually used in the passive voice) To tell a rumor about; to gossip.
Word Facts for Rumor
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈɹuːmə// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | bruit, hearsay and rumour |
| Plural | rumors |
| Verb forms | rumors, rumoring, rumored |
Rumor Definition (Noun)
- A 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.
- Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.
They say he used to be a thief, but that's just rumor.
- Report, news, information in general.
- Fame, reputation.
- Clamor, din, outcry.
Rumor as a Verb
- To tell a rumor about; to gossip.
John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion.
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.
Synonyms of Rumor
Rumor synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Rumor
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Rumor in a Sentence
There's a rumor going round that he's going to get married.
vile rumor
a rumor going round
vicious rumors
spread a rumor
They say he used to be a thief, but that's just rumor.
John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion.
Word Forms & Grammar
rumor (countable and uncountable, plural rumors)
rumor (third-person singular simple present rumors, present participle rumoring, simple past and past participle rumored)
Words That Rhyme With Rumor
Origin of Rumor
From Middle English rumour, from Old French rumeur, from Latin rūmor (“common talk”), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *h₃rewH- (“to shout, to roar”).
How to Pronounce Rumor
You say rumor as //ˈɹuːmə//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Rumor
Is rumor a noun or a verb?
Rumor is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for rumor?
Words with a similar meaning to rumor include bruit, hearsay and rumour. See the full list of rumor synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of rumor?
The plural of rumor is rumors.
What is the past tense of rumor?
The past tense of rumor is rumored. The present participle is rumoring.