gossip
whisper, mouth
A piece of secret or private information, often spread discreetly or informally.
Common Phrases
- a whisper of scandal—
- a whisper of a rumor—
- office whispers—
Example Sentences
She shared a whisper with her best friend.
BeginnerThere's a whisper that they might close the store.
BeginnerI heard a whisper about the new boss.
BeginnerA whisper of scandal followed the politician wherever he went.
IntermediateThe office was filled with whispers about the upcoming layoffs.
IntermediateHe dismissed it as just a whisper, but the rumor proved true.
IntermediateThe novel explores the subtle whispers of betrayal that can erode even the strongest relationships.
AdvancedDespite official denials, a persistent whisper of corruption continued to plague the administration.
AdvancedThe market reacted sharply to the merest whisper of a potential interest rate hike.
Advanced
a person who speaks or expresses opinions loudly or without thinking
Common Phrases
- loud mouth—a person who speaks loudly without thinking
- big mouth—someone who talks too much or reveals secrets
- mouth off—to speak disrespectfully or criticize openly
Example Sentences
She is such a mouth at the meeting, interrupting everyone.
BeginnerMy brother is always a mouth, saying whatever comes to mind.
BeginnerDon't be a mouth; listen to others' opinions first.
BeginnerThe politician's mouth comments about the scandal made headlines.
IntermediateHe's a mouth who never considers how his words affect others.
IntermediateHer mouth attitude during the debate cost her the election.
IntermediateThe CEO's mouth remarks about competitors led to a lawsuit.
AdvancedDespite being a mouth, his honesty earned him respect over time.
AdvancedThe journalist's mouth interview with the celebrity went viral.
Advanced