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rumors

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2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

rumors

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

rumors is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, rumors is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofrumors

1noun
  • A statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth.

    Example: "There's a rumor going round that he's going to get married."

  • Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.

    Example: "They say he used to be a thief, but that's just rumor."

1verb
  • (usually used in the passive voice) To tell a rumor about; to gossip.

    Example: "John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion."

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