Tattle
(verb)
To reveal or disclose information that is meant to be kept secret, especially in an eager or indiscreet manner.
Origin:
The word tattle comes from the middle english word "tataille" meaning "to prattle".
Examples:
- Don't tattle on me, I don't want my parents to know what happened.
- He's always tattling on his classmates, I don't think he's well-liked.
- She's a tattletale, she always tells the teacher when someone is misbehaving.
- Tattling can cause problems in relationships, it's best to keep secrets that are shared with you.
- Tattling is not the same as reporting a serious crime or danger, it's important to know the difference.