skweɪlər

Definitions

1. noun

a person who gives information about something in exchange for money or other benefits, often in a situation where secrecy is desirable

“The company’s whistleblower was initially a squealer, but later revealed her true motives.”

2. noun

a person who reveals confidential information about someone or something, often in a gossiping or malicious manner

“The celebrity’s publicist was a squealer, constantly spilling secrets to the tabloids.”

3. verb

to inform on someone or something, often in exchange for money or other benefits

“The whistleblower squealed on the company’s corrupt practices, leading to a major scandal.”