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rumored

/ˈrʊmərd/ verb · British & US
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What does rumored mean?

verb

Past tense of 'rumor', meaning to be spoken or thought of as true, often without confirmation. To be reported or believed to be true, often without evidence.

Example

"The company was rumored to be going bankrupt, but the news was never officially confirmed."

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