invasion of privacy

noun

1. an encroachment upon the right to be let alone or to be free from publicity.

Word History and Origins

Origin of invasion of privacy¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

Frame it as a collaborative safeguarding activity rather than an invasion of privacy.

From Salon

Both lawsuits alleged invasion of privacy and negligence.

From Los Angeles Times

District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi, naming the previously anonymous woman and accusing her of “ongoing attempted extortion,” defamation, false light invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress “through outrageous conduct.”

From Los Angeles Times

He filed a $15-million lawsuit for invasion of privacy against seven newspapers, including The Times.

From Los Angeles Times

They have received threats online and had many legal battles with newspapers about invasions of privacy.

From BBC