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Privacy

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈprɪvəsi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpraɪvəsi/"]/

Meaning of Privacy

the state of being alone and not watched or interrupted by other people

In simple words: Keeping your personal information safe and hidden from others.

Privacy in a sentence

• In today's digital age, maintaining privacy is more important than ever.
• She values her privacy and prefers to keep her personal life out of the public eye.
• The company has strict policies in place to ensure the privacy of its customers.
• With social media, many people unknowingly sacrifice their privacy.
• Legislation is being developed to protect the privacy of users online.

How to use Privacy

Use 'privacy' when discussing personal space or data protection. It's important in contexts related to technology, law, and personal relationships. Avoid in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'private sea' — imagine a calm sea that's all yours, away from prying eyes.

Related words

Collocations with Privacy

• absolute
• complete
• total
• ensure
• guarantee
• preserve
• in privacy
• in the privacy of
• privacy from
• an intrusion of privacy
• an invasion of privacy
• an intrusion on (somebody’s) privacy
• absolute
• complete
• total
• ensure
• guarantee
• preserve
• in privacy
• in the privacy of
• privacy from
• an intrusion of privacy
• an invasion of privacy
• an intrusion on (somebody’s) privacy

Synonyms for Privacy

• confidentiality
• seclusion
• intimacy
• solitude

Opposites of Privacy

• exposure
• openess

Common mistakes with Privacy

• Confused with 'private' — 'privacy' is a noun, 'private' is an adjective.
• Using 'privacy' inappropriately in informal settings — it may sound too serious.
• Mixing up 'privacy' with 'secrecy' — they are not exactly the same.

Frequently asked questions about Privacy

What does Privacy mean?

Keeping your personal information safe and hidden from others.

What is the definition of Privacy?

the state of being alone and not watched or interrupted by other people

How do you use Privacy in a sentence?

In today's digital age, maintaining privacy is more important than ever.

Can you give another example of Privacy?

She values her privacy and prefers to keep her personal life out of the public eye.

What are synonyms for Privacy?

Common alternatives include confidentiality, seclusion, intimacy, solitude.

What is the opposite of Privacy?

Opposite meanings include exposure, openess.

What words go with Privacy?

It commonly pairs with absolute, complete, total, ensure, guarantee, preserve, in privacy, in the privacy of, privacy from, an intrusion of privacy, an invasion of privacy, an intrusion on (somebody’s) privacy, absolute, complete, total, ensure, guarantee, preserve, in privacy, in the privacy of, privacy from, an intrusion of privacy, an invasion of privacy, an intrusion on (somebody’s) privacy.

What are common mistakes when using Privacy?

Confused with 'private' — 'privacy' is a noun, 'private' is an adjective. Using 'privacy' inappropriately in informal settings — it may sound too serious. Mixing up 'privacy' with 'secrecy' — they are not exactly the same.

How do you pronounce Privacy?

US: /["/ˈpraɪvəsi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈprɪvəsi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Privacy?

Use 'privacy' when discussing personal space or data protection. It's important in contexts related to technology, law, and personal relationships. Avoid in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Privacy?

"Privacy" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.