hearsay

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhɪəseɪ/

Definition

Information received from other people that one cannot adequately substantiate; rumor or gossip.

Examples

• The court dismissed the testimony as mere hearsay because the witness had not seen the event personally.

• Don't believe everything you read online; much of it is just hearsay.

• She knew the rumors about the company were just hearsay until she saw the official financial report.

Synonyms of hearsay

Words with a similar meaning to hearsay:

• rumor
• gossip
• tittle-tattle
• unsubstantiated report

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