Gossip (Noun)
Meaning 1
A report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people; "the divorce caused much gossip".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
Light informal conversation for social occasions.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- I was surprised to hear the latest gossip about my coworker's secret engagement.
- She's always the first to know the gossip and is happy to share it with anyone who will listen.
- What's the latest gossip from the neighborhood, did you hear about the Jones's' new puppy?
- The office is always filled with gossip on Fridays, it's like everyone is trying to outdo each other with juicy stories.
- At the party, we spent hours swapping gossip and catching up on each other's lives.
Synonyms
- Chitchat
- Gabfest
- Chit-chat
- Chin Wag
- Causerie
- Chit Chat
- Chin Wagging
- Small Talk
- Tittle-tattle
- Chin-wag
- Gab
- Chin-wagging
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Meaning 3
A person given to gossiping and divulging personal information about others.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.