Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stalker
noun
/ˈstɔːkər/
Definition
A person who stealthily follows or harasses someone, often with obsessive behavior.
Examples
- He was arrested for being a stalker after he followed her for weeks.
- Many laws have been enacted to protect victims from stalkers.
Meaning
The term ‘stalker’ refers to individuals who engage in repeated and unwanted surveillance of another person, leading to fear and anxiety in the victim.
Synonyms
- harasser
- follower
- obsessive
- pursuer
