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 • Mar. 25, 2026

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 • Feb. 3, 2026

Cyber security analyst Nikhil Pahwa said the rules were "clearly" an invasion of privacy.

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

Asked by Mr Griffin KC, "Would you agree that filming a patient 24 hours a day constitutes a very significant invasion of privacy?"

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

Jam wondered if it was reading all her thoughts, if that counted as an invasion of privacy.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi