Rumormonger: meaning, definitions and examples

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rumormonger

 

[ ˈruːməˌmʌŋɡər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gossip

A rumormonger is someone who spreads rumors or gossip, often without verifying the information.

Synonyms

gossipmonger, rumor mill, tattletale

Examples of usage

  • The rumormonger in the office is always stirring up drama.
  • Don't believe everything you hear from that rumormonger.

Translations

Translations of the word "rumormonger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fofoqueiro

🇮🇳 अफवाह फैलाने वाला

🇩🇪 Gerüchtemacher

🇮🇩 penyebar desas-desus

🇺🇦 пліткар

🇵🇱 plotkarz

🇯🇵 噂話を広める人

🇫🇷 colporteur de rumeurs

🇪🇸 difusor de rumores

🇹🇷 dedikoducu

🇰🇷 소문을 퍼뜨리는 사람

🇸🇦 ناشر الشائعات

🇨🇿 šiřitel fám

🇸🇰 šíriteľ klebiet

🇨🇳 散布谣言者

🇸🇮 širitelj govoric

🇮🇸 slúðrari

🇰🇿 өсекші

🇬🇪 ჭორიკანა

🇦🇿 dedikoducu

🇲🇽 difusor de rumores

Etymology

The term 'rumormonger' originated in the late 18th century, combining 'rumor' with 'monger', which means 'seller'. It refers to a person who sells or spreads rumors. Rumors have been a part of human communication for centuries, often used to manipulate or influence others. In today's digital age, rumormongers can quickly spread misinformation through social media platforms.

See also: rumoring, rumors.