Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paparazzi
noun
/ˌpæp.əˈrɑː.zi/
Definition
Paparazzi are freelance photographers who take candid photographs of celebrities, often in their private moments, typically for tabloids and magazines.
Examples
- The paparazzi followed the actress wherever she went, trying to snap her picture.
- Leaving her house became a challenge due to the swarm of paparazzi outside.
- He tried to enjoy his vacation, but the paparazzi were constantly lurking around.
Meaning
The term is often associated with aggressive and intrusive photography aimed at capturing images of famous people in unguarded moments.
Synonyms
- photographers
- candid shooters
- celebrity photographers
- tabloid photographers
