rumor

noun
  1. A currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth. noun
    There is a rumor going around that the company is going to lay off employees.
    She heard a rumor that the celebrity couple had broken up.
  2. To circulate a story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth. verb
    It was rumored that the new restaurant would open next month.
    They rumored that he was considering running for office.