Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Rumor

• (n.) A flying or popular report; the common talk; hence, public fame; notoriety.
• (n.) A current story passing from one person to another, without any known authority for its truth; -- in this sense often personified.
• (n.) A prolonged, indistinct noise.
• (v. t.) To report by rumor; to tell.

Synonyms of Rumor

• Report
• Repute
• Hearsay
• Publication
• Bruit.

Antonyms of Rumor

• Authentication
• Verification
• Proof
• Evidence
• Notoriety.

Homophones of Rumor

• Roomer
• Rumer
• Rumour