확실하지 않거나 의심스러운 진실을 가진, 현재 유포되고 있는 이야기나 보고.
A currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth, often spread by word of mouth.
예문:
"The sudden drop in stock prices was triggered by a baseless rumor about the CEO's resignation."
"Despite the widespread rumors, the company officially denied any plans for layoffs."
"We should not trust everything we hear; many rumors are simply malicious gossip."
확인되지 않은 이야기나 보고서로 유포되다.
(Usually used in the passive voice) To be circulated as an unverified account or report.
예문:
"It was rumored throughout the town that the old mansion was haunted by a ghost."
"The athlete is rumored to be negotiating a massive contract extension with a rival team."