Rumormonger: meaning, definitions and examples
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rumormonger
[ ˈruːməˌmʌŋɡər ]
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
Word origin
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.