rumourer

/ˈruːmərər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who spreads or is responsible for a rumour.

“The paparazzi acted as rumourers, fuelling speculation about the celebrity’s private life.”

2. verb

To spread or contribute to the spread of a rumour.

“She had been rumouring about the company’s financial difficulties, but it turned out to be unfounded.”

Synonyms

  • gossip
  • spreader

Antonyms

  • informant
  • truth-teller