1. the practice of gaining sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or engaged in sexual activity
Usage: psychology; often considered inappropriate
2. an excessive interest in observing the private lives or activities of others
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The psychology textbook discussed voyeurism as a recognized behavioral disorder.
• Privacy laws were created to protect people from voyeurism.
• The media’s voyeurism into celebrities’ personal lives has become excessive.
• Social media has enabled a new form of digital voyeurism.
• The documentary explored the voyeurism of reality television shows.