流りゅう言げん

noun

groundless rumor; unfounded rumor

Refers to a rumor that has no basis in fact. Often used in formal or written contexts.

• その流りゅう言げんはすぐに広ひろまった。

  The groundless rumor spread quickly.

• 流りゅう言げんに惑まどわされないでください。

  Please don't be misled by unfounded rumors.