noun Download 🔗Share A statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth. Examples : "The rumour that the school will close early tomorrow is causing excitement among the students, but we don't know if it's true. " communication media society statement Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims. Examples : "The rumour that the school will close early tomorrow is spreading quickly. " communication media society Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share (usually used in the passive voice) To tell a rumor about; to gossip. Examples : "John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion." communication language media society Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A prolonged, indistinct noise. Examples : "The fans listened to the rumour of the crowd after the concert ended, unable to distinguish individual voices. " sound communication Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading