gossipy

American  

[gos-uh-pee] / ˈgɒs ə pi /

adjective

1. given to or fond of gossip.

   a gossipy neighbor.

2. full of gossip.

   a gossipy tabloid.

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Other Word Forms

• gossipiness noun
• ungossipy adjective

Etymology

Origin of gossipy

First recorded in 1810–20; gossip + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Certainly the humdrum of legislation or bureaucratic rule-marking is nothing like the gossipy speculation about who may or may not bid to lead California as its 41st governor.

From Los Angeles Times

Tim Curry’s memoir, “Vagabond,” is an optimistic book, not heavy or too gossipy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bongino responded on X, saying the report was “gossipy nonsense” from sources with “a clear agenda.”

From Salon

“A Hollywood Ending” is a gossipy book with plenty to dish on the Buss family, which until recently was the majority owner of the Lakers.

From The Wall Street Journal

She lowered her voice to the sort of loud, gossipy whisper that fairly begs to be overheard.

From Literature