Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

there's no smoke without fire

proverb

ðɛrz noʊ smoʊk wɪðˈaʊt faɪər

Definition

This phrase suggests that rumors or allegations often have some basis in truth.

Examples

When they said he was in trouble with the law, I thought, there’s no smoke without fire.
She may act innocent, but there’s no smoke without fire regarding those rumors about her.

Meaning

It implies that if there are rumors or signs indicating that something may be true, there is likely some truth to it, even if it’s not fully visible or proven.