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Meaning of rumorous
The primary meaning of "rumorous" is related to something that is the subject of rumors or unconfirmed reports.
Etymology of rumorous
The word "rumorous" originates from the Old French word "rumor" or "rumour," which is derived from the Latin word "rumor," meaning noise, rumor, or report, with the suffix "-ous" added to form an adjective, indicating a relation to or characterized by rumors.
Synonyms
famous
renowned
celebrated
well-known
prominent
distinguished
illustrious
notable
esteemed
respected
popular
talked-about
gossiped
legendary
fabled
mythical
storied
anecdotal
hearsay
unconfirmed
speculative
conjectural
rumored
suspect
dubious
questionable
uncertain
unverified
unsubstantiated
unofficial
Definitions
- Giving rise to rumors or speculation
- * Characterized by or related to rumors or unconfirmed reports
Usage Examples
- The company's financial difficulties have been the subject of much rumor and speculation, leading to a rumorous atmosphere in the industry.
- * The rumorous reports about the new policy have caused confusion among the employees.