voyeurism

[vwah-yur-iz-uhm, voi-, voi-uh-riz-]

noun

1. the practice of obtaining sexual gratification by looking at sexual objects or acts, especially secretively.

voyeurism

1. Deriving sexual satisfaction by secretly watching others undress or engage in sexual activity. (See peeping Tom.)

Word History and Origins

Origin of voyeurism¹

voyeur + -ism

Example Sentences

Police have registered a case under various sections of the law, including violating a female patient's privacy, publishing obscene material, voyeurism and cyber terrorism - which is a non-bailable offence.

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Despite problematic colonial prejudices and the obvious "voyeurism" of the show, the Africans "were no longer separated from the public", the expert said.

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Cummings had been found guilty of coercive and controlling behaviour, voyeurism and stalking in October 2024 after a trial.

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She complained of grooming and voyeurism, and said he had sent her unsolicited upskirting images of an unknown woman while she was asleep.

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Either way, offences with a maximum custodial sentence of two years or less, such as possession of drugs, bike theft and voyeurism, could face lower penalties of 12 months imprisonment or less.

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Related Words

• surveillance