Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gossip
Noun / Verb
/ˈɡɒsɪp/
Definition
Casual or idle talk about the personal or private affairs of others.
Examples
- She loves to gossip about her neighbors.
- There was a lot of gossip circulating around the office.
- It’s not nice to gossip about your friends behind their backs.
Meaning
Gossip often involves sharing unverified information or rumors, particularly about people’s lives or relationships.
Synonyms
- chitchat
- rumor
- tattle
- whisper
- scuttlebutt
