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Voyeuristic Meaning in English

word

ˌvɔɪjəˈɹɪstɪk
voy-yer-IS-tik
vˌɔɪjuːɹˈɪstɪk
voy-yoo-RIS-tik

释义

Describes a person or behavior involving secretly watching others, often for sexual pleasure, but can more generally mean enjoying looking into people's private lives without their knowing.

用法与细微差别

Usually formal or semi-formal; commonly used regarding sexual contexts ('voyeuristic tendencies'), but can also describe non-sexual curiosity about private matters. Negative, implies invading privacy. Not interchangeable with 'curious' or 'observant.'

例句

Some people have a voyeuristic interest in other people's lives.

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The movie was criticized for its voyeuristic scenes.

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His voyeuristic behavior made others feel uncomfortable.

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The show’s voyeuristic appeal kept millions watching every week.

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He finds gossip magazines too voyeuristic for his taste.

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There’s something voyeuristic about reality TV that makes it addictive.

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