noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

peeping tom, inspector, spy, snoop

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Example Sentences

Example:He was caught by the homeowner while acting like a peeping tom.

Definition:a man who habitually watches people in a private situation, often secretly and in a voyeuristic way.

From peeping tom

Example:She didn't like being inspected by her neighbors, thinking they were more like peeping toms.

Definition:a person who inspects or examines and reports on something, though this is not the primary meaning but can be a form of surveillance.

From inspector

Example:The detective had to play the role of a spy to uncover the truth.

Definition:a person whose job is to obtain information secretly or illegally, though this generally implies a broader range of activity.

From spy

Example:She was accused of snooping when she found out her husband's secret through overhearing conversations.

Definition:a person who searches for facts, as of a personal nature, in an indiscriminate or prying manner, which can be seen as a form of voyeurism when applied to watching rather than gathering information.

From snoop