Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scoptophilia

Noun

/ˈskɒptəˌfɪliə/

Definition

A term relating to the condition of deriving sexual pleasure from watching others engage in sexual acts.

Examples

His scoptophilia became apparent during discussions about his interests in cinema and photography.
Many psychological studies explore the implications of scoptophilia in social interactions.

Meaning

Scoptophilia often refers to a voyeuristic tendency, where an individual feels an intense attraction to observing sexual activities of others, whether in person or through media.