whispered

American

[hwis-perd, wis-] / ˈʰwɪs pərd, ˈwɪs- /

adjective

rumored; reported.

He is whispered to be planning to run for governor.

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Etymology

Origin of whispered

First recorded in 1560–70; whisper + -ed ²

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whispered

A place whispered about online as though it sits just beyond the edges of our known world.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 26, 2026

I whispered as I brought my rod to the 2 o’clock position.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026

La Roux told An that West whispered to her, “I bet you think I just put women back about 10 years.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

Moukoko's legend travelled far and wide, carried on fans' forums and whispered between Championship Manager anoraks.

From BBC ● May 5, 2026

It was something Da and Maggie whispered at wakes, when someone had died.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff

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