What is another word for gossipmongering?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈɒsɪpmˌʌŋɡəɹɪŋ] (IPA) 
Gossipmongering is the act of spreading rumors or gossip about someone. There are several synonyms for this word such as backbiting, tattling, babbling, prattling, chattering, blabbing, yapping, and whispering. Backbiting often implies speaking spitefully or maliciously about someone who is not present, while tattling suggests revealing information that is meant to be kept secret. Babbling, prattling, chattering, and yapping all refer to talking excessively about trivial matters. Blabbing suggests revealing secrets, while whispering implies spreading information in a secretive or conspiratorial manner. No matter which of these synonyms one uses, all describe the act of spreading gossip, which can be damaging to individuals and relationships.
