Search Dictionary
Definition of voyeurism

voyeurism

/vɔɪˈjɜːrɪzəm/
voy · eur · is · m
Adverb:voyeuristically
•
Adjective:voyeuristic
JUMP TO:

voyeurism Lexical Profile

voyeurism Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The enjoyment of seeing the private lives, pain, or distress of other people, especially through media or entertainment.

Example

"Critics argued that the reality television show relied heavily on public voyeurism to boost its ratings."

2

The practice of gaining sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or engaged in sexual activity.

Example

"The psychological study examined the underlying causes and legal implications of clinical voyeurism."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for voyeurism
Antonyms
View all antonyms for voyeurism

• Rhymes for voyeurism

• Nearby Words

voyage
voyager
voyeur
voyeurism
voyeuristic
vratsa
vratsa falls

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from French 'voyeur' (literally 'one who sees'), from the verb 'voir' (to see), ultimately from Latin 'videre' (to see), combined with the suffix '-ism'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Voyeurism. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/voyeurism
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.