rumor

A piece of unverified information of uncertain origin usually spread by word of mouth.

Unverified information received from another; hearsay.

To spread or tell by rumor.

A confused and indistinct noise; a vague sound; a murmur.

Flying or popular report; the common voice.

A current report, with or without foundation; commonly, a story or statement passing from one person to another without any known authority for its truth; a mere report; a piece of idle gossip.

Fame; reported celebrity; reputation.

A voice; a message.

Synonyms and Talk, gossip, hearsay.

To report; tell or circulate by report; spread abroad.