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Voyeurism: meaning, definitions and examples

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voyeurism

 

[ vษ”ษชหˆjสŠษ™.rษช.zษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sexual behavior

Voyeurism is the practice of gaining sexual pleasure from watching others engage in intimate behaviors, such as undressing or sexual activity, without their knowledge or consent. It typically involves peering through windows or other vantage points to obtain a view of private acts. This behavior often raises significant ethical questions regarding privacy and consent. In some cultures and legal contexts, voyeurism can also be classified as a criminal offense. The term can also apply to other non-sexual contexts where individuals take pleasure in observing the private lives of others.

Synonyms

observing, peeping, watching

Examples of usage

  • He was charged with voyeurism after installing hidden cameras.
  • The film explores themes of voyeurism and privacy invasion.
  • Voyeurism can manifest in both sexual and non-sexual contexts.
  • Some people engage in voyeurism for the thrill of observing others.

Translations

Translations of the word "voyeurism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น voyeurismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคพเคฏเฅ‚เคฐเคฟเคœเคผเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Voyeurismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ voyeurisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพัั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ woyeryzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ—ใ่ฆ‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท voyeurisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ voyerismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท voyeurizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ด€์Œ์ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชู„ุตุต

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ voyeurismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ voyeurizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅท็ชฅ็™–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ voyeurizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ voyeurismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะพัั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ voyerizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ voyerismo

Etymology

The word 'voyeurism' is derived from the French noun 'voyeur', which means 'one who sees'. The term originally referred to someone who enjoys observing others in a way that is often secretive or intrusive. The roots of 'voyeur' can be tracked back to the Latin verb 'videre', which means 'to see'. The modern understanding of voyeurism emerged in the late 19th century as societies began to recognize and discuss sexual behaviors and preferences openly. With the rise of psychology and sexual studies, voyeurism became a subject of interest in understanding abnormal sexual interests. Today, voyeurism often intersects with discussions of consent, technology advancements that facilitate surveillance, and the moral implications of watching others without their consent.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,803 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.