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rumored

 

[ ˈruːmərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

general use

Rumored refers to information or a story that is said to be true but has not been confirmed. It often implies speculation or gossip about someone or something.

Synonyms

alleged, believed, reported, supposed

Examples of usage

  • It was rumored that the celebrity was dating a famous athlete.
  • There are rumors rumored about the company's impending merger.
  • He is rumored to have won the lottery last week.
Context #2 | Verb

negative implications

When something is rumored, it can also carry a connotation of uncertainty or negativity, suggesting that the information may not be credible.

Synonyms

chattered, hinted, whispered

Examples of usage

  • The hospital is rumored to be closing down next year.
  • She is rumored to be involved in a scandal.
  • There were rumored tensions between the team members.

Translations

Translations of the word "rumored" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rumorado

🇮🇳 अफवाहों में

🇩🇪 gerüchtet

🇮🇩 dikabarkan

🇺🇦 поширений

🇵🇱 plotkowany

🇯🇵 噂されている

🇫🇷 rumoré

🇪🇸 rumoreado

🇹🇷 söylentilere göre

🇰🇷 소문이 난

🇸🇦 مُشَاع

🇨🇿 pověstný

🇸🇰 zvestovaný

🇨🇳 传闻的

🇸🇮 govorice

🇮🇸 römmur

🇰🇿 афирмалық

🇬🇪 დამტკიცებული

🇦🇿 şayiə

🇲🇽 rumorado

Word origin

The word 'rumor' comes from the Latin word 'rumor,' which means 'a flowing or a spreading news.' It was first used in the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, 'rumor' evolved to signify a statement or story that is commonplace in public speech but lacks verified truth or official confirmation. In contemporary language, 'rumored' is now commonly used to denote that something is circulating as unconfirmed information, particularly in relation to celebrities, political affairs, and business developments. The usage of 'rumored' has grown with variations of communication such as social media, where information can quickly spread, contributing to the proliferation of rumors in society.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,655, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.