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Rumored - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Rumored means something widely talked about but not confirmed as true. It describes information or stories that are spread by people without official proof or evidence.

rumored

/ˈrumərd/ /ˈruːməd/

Definition:

Widely talked about but not confirmed as true.

Synonyms:

alleged, reported, whispered, speculated

Part of Speech:

adjective, verb (past tense)

Antonyms:

confirmed, verified

Common Collocations:

widely rumored, long rumored, strongly rumored, persistently rumored

Derivatives:

rumor (noun), rumoring (verb)

Usage Tips:

Use "rumored" for unverified claims; avoid stating as fact without evidence.

Common Phrases:

rumor has it, the rumor mill, spread rumors

Etymology:

From Old French "rumor," meaning noise or report; Latin "rumor," meaning common talk.

Examples:

  • 1. She is rumored to be moving abroad soon.
  • 2. The rumored merger caused stock prices to rise unexpectedly.
  • 3. They denied the rumored breakup on social media yesterday.
  • 4. A new restaurant is rumored to open downtown next month.

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