Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spying
noun
/ˈspaɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of secretly observing or gathering information about someone or something, often for personal or political reasons.
Examples
- The spy was caught while spying on government officials.
- Spying can sometimes lead to serious consequences for both the spy and the target.
- Many novels and films explore the theme of spying and espionage.
Meaning
Spying involves surveillance or interaction that is intended to uncover secrets or information that is not publicly available.
Synonyms
- surveillance
- espionage
- watching
- snooping
- observation
