| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| VILIFY | Spread nasty rumors about |
| NOISED | -- about: spread rumors |
| NOISED | Spread about, as rumors. |
| muttered | Speak privately or unofficially about someone or something; spread rumors |
| mutter | Speak privately or unofficially about someone or something; spread rumors |
| muttering | Speak privately or unofficially about someone or something; spread rumors |
