Rumor

/ˈɹuːmə(ɹ)/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:7 ptsWWF:9 pts5 letters

Definition of Rumor

noun

  1. 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."

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

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

verb

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

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

Anagrams of Rumor

Words You Can Make

5 words can be made from the letters in "rumor":

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

gossiphearsaytalktittle-tattle