Rumour : a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth. Silly : having or showing a lack of common sense or judgement; absurd and foolish. Talk : speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings; converse or communicate by spoken words. Impropriety : failure to observe standards of honesty or modesty; improper behaviour or character. Scandal : an action or event regarded as morally or legally wrong and causing general public outrage.