privacy
Definitions
The state of being free from observation, intrusion, or public attention.
隐私；不受打扰的状态；独处。
The right to keep one's personal matters and information to oneself.
隐私权；个人信息不被公开的权利。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedpriv ('private, one's own') + -acy (state, quality) = 'the state of being private.' It names the condition private describes: a space set apart that belongs to you alone, free from others' eyes.
Root priv still carries 7 more wordsUsage Guide
- Personal space (neutral): I just need some privacy to think.
- Legal/rights (formal): the right to privacy, invasion of privacy
- Tech/data (formal): privacy policy, data privacy, privacy settings
Pronunciation note: AmE usually /ˈpraɪvəsi/ (PRY-), BrE often /ˈprɪvəsi/ (PRIV-).
Example Sentences
- 1.
Everyone has a right to privacy in their own home.
- 2.
Please read our privacy policy before creating an account.
- 3.
The hedges give the garden a real sense of privacy.