Collocations with "rumour"

5 collocations found

baseless rumour

A circulating story or report of uncertain truth, without any basis in fact.

baseless8.0
unsubstantiated rumour

A piece of information or a story that people talk about, which may not be true and lacks evidence.

unsubstantiated7.0
unconfirmed rumour

a rumour that is circulating but has not been proven true

unconfirmed6.8
scotch a rumour

to take action to stop a rumour from spreading

scotch6.2
scurrilous rumour

a malicious and damaging rumour, often of a personal nature

scurrilous3.5