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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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Etymology

Origin of gossipy

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

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They exchanged gossipy emails about Epstein’s friendship with Donald Trump and Marla Maples, Trump’s second wife.

From Salon May 19, 2026

For weeks, salacious talk swirled in campaign circles, ricocheted through email chains and was served up, like a buzzy side dish, over gossipy lunches from Sacramento to San Diego.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 10, 2026

The email exchanges are peppered with gossipy and sometimes indiscreet comments.

From BBC Feb. 3, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 12, 2025

Such silly things to take, a gossipy newspaper and a lighter, as if Fredo ain't own a store.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds

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