invasion of privacy

American  

noun

1. an encroachment upon the right to be let alone or to be free from publicity.

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Etymology

Origin of invasion of privacy

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

Edwards may be charged with additional offenses, including invasion of privacy, as the investigation continues, according to the sheriff’s office.

From Los Angeles Times

But ultimately the judge ruled that releasing the footage is not an invasion of privacy and both parties agreed to its release with redactions, CBS News reported.

From BBC

A bank can track your every move, but the moment someone else does, it’s thought an invasion of privacy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Baroness Lawrence said the invasions of privacy had been "another trauma", adding she had been violated and felt "like a victim all over again".

From BBC

I assured myself it wasn’t an invasion of privacy, just part of the investigation to find an explanation for his wretched transformation.

From Literature