rumour
2 synonyms for rumour, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — British spelling of rumor: an unconfirmed piece of information spread by word of mouth.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use rumour
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rumour has it
spread a rumour
Etymology
From Old French rumeur, from Latin rumor, "common talk."
Full origin of rumour →Frequently asked questions
What does “rumour” mean?
The word “rumour” means british spelling of rumor: an unconfirmed piece of information spread by word of mouth. In plain terms, same meaning as "rumor" — unverified information passed informally.
How do you pronounce “rumour”?
“Rumour” is pronounced ROO-muh (/ˈɹuːmɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “rumour” in a sentence?
Here is “rumour” used in a sentence: “There's a rumour going around the office about redundancies.”
What part of speech is “rumour”?
“Rumour” is a noun.
Where does the word “rumour” come from?
The word “rumour” comes from Latin. From Old French rumeur, from Latin rumor, "common talk.".
Is “rumour” a common word?
“Rumour” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
