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单词 eavesdropping
释义

eavesdropping

noun

eaves·​drop·​ping ˈēvz-ˌdrä-piŋ How to pronounce eavesdropping (audio)
: the act of secretly listening to something private
Highly sophisticated means of electronic eavesdropping were developed and put into use, largely uncontrolled by the law. Wayne R. LaFave & Jerold H. Israel
For a moment, I was worried he'd found out about my eavesdropping the night before, but that didn't seem to be the problem. Rick Riordan

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined above

eavesdropping

noun

1
as in interference

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • interference
  • interrogation
  • intrusiveness
  • prying
  • questioning
  • rubbernecking
  • obtrusiveness
  • officiousness
  • inquiry
  • meddlesomeness
  • attentiveness
  • wonderment
  • concern
  • inquisitiveness
  • nosiness
  • interest
  • curiosity
  • curiousness
  • regard

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • indifference
  • incuriousness
  • disregard
  • incuriosity
  • unconcern
  • apathy
  • disinterestedness
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2
as in wiretapping

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • wiretapping
  • bugging
  • reconnaissance
  • surveillance
  • observation
  • spying
  • tradecraft
  • lowdown
  • espionage
  • counterintelligence
  • counterespionage
  • dope
  • cloak-and-dagger
  • goods
  • intelligence
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