Meanings
nounrumortism (uncountable)
- humorousuncountableA tendency to spread rumors or gossip.
Origin
Blend of rumor + rheumatism.
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rumortism. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/rumortism
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