English · Daily Life
privacy
/ˈprɪv.ə.si/
[/ˈprɪv.ə.si/]
freedom from intrusion
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The state of being free from being watched or disturbed by other people.
Example
She valued her privacy and rarely shared personal details on any of her social media accounts.
She valued her privacy and rarely shared personal details on any of her social media accounts.
Etymology
From Latin 'privatus' (set apart, belonging to oneself).
How & Where It’s Used
A growing concern in the digital age regarding personal data and surveillance.