Pronunciation: /ˈɡɑsɪp/
noun casual or unconstrained conversation or reports about other people, typically involving details that are not confirmed as true
A1 I heard some gossip about the new student.
A2 She loves to gossip about her coworkers.
B1 The gossip in the office can be quite harmful.
B2 I try not to engage in gossip as it can lead to misunderstandings.
C1 Gossip can spread quickly in a small community.
C2 It's important to verify the truth of gossip before believing it.
verb engage in gossip or talk about the personal lives of other people
A1 She gossips with her friends about their classmates.
A2 I heard some gossip about the new teacher at school.
B1 It's not nice to gossip about others behind their backs.
B2 I try not to gossip about people I work with to avoid drama.
C1 Some people enjoy gossiping as a way to bond with others.
C2 I try to avoid participating in office gossip to maintain professionalism.
formal The office manager discouraged any gossip among employees.
informal Did you hear the latest gossip about our neighbors?
slang Let's spill the tea and share some juicy gossip!
figurative Gossip is like a wildfire, spreading quickly and causing damage.
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