privacy

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈpɹaɪv.ə.sɪ/
/ˈpɹaɪ.və.si/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The state of being secluded from the presence, sight, or knowledge of others.

Example Sentences
  • I need my privacy, so please stay out of my room.
2 Definition

Freedom from unwanted or undue disturbance of one private life.

Example Sentences
  • It takes a village to rob one of a sense of privacy.
3 Definition

Freedom from damaging publicity, public scrutiny, surveillance, and disclosure of personal information, usually by a government or a private organization.

Example Sentences
  • Privacy is assumed by many to be among common-law rights.
4 Definition

A place of seclusion.

5 Definition

A relationship between parties seen as being a result of their mutual interest or participation in a given transaction, contract etc.; Privity.

6 Definition

Secrecy.

7 Definition

A private matter; a secret.