Definitions

1. noun

A person who secretly watches or observes others, especially in a sexual context.

“The paparazzi were considered voyeurs for intruding on the celebrity’s private life.”

2. noun

A person who observes life in general, especially in a detached or uninvolved way.

“The philosopher was a voyeur of human behavior, trying to understand the intricacies of human emotions.”

3. verb

To observe or watch someone or something, especially in a way that is considered intrusive or uninvited.

“People are always voyeuring on their neighbors, spying on their activities through the window.”