Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hot-gossip
noun
/hɒt ˈɡɒsɪp/
Definition
Informal conversation or chatter regarding the latest news or intriguing information, typically about people’s personal lives or scandals.
Examples
- After the party, everyone was eager to share the hot-gossip they heard about the new couple in town.
- The tabloids thrive on hot-gossip to capture readers’ interests.
- At work, the hot-gossip around the water cooler is hard to ignore.
Meaning
Hot-gossip refers to sensational or exciting pieces of information that are currently trending, often involving rumors about celebrities or public figures.
Synonyms
- rumor
- scandal
- whispers
- chitchat