Eavesdropper

usgb/ˈiːvzdrɑːpər/
noun

A person who secretly listens to others' private conversations.

She was always the eavesdropper, and loved knowing other people's secrets.
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Often appears as...

  • reluctant eavesdropper
  • professional eavesdropper

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

Eavesdropper usually has a negative implication, suggesting disrespect for privacy.

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Being called an eavesdropper might offend him because it implies wrongdoing.
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Secretive Action

Eavesdropping is covert; the people being listened to do not know they're being overheard.

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The eavesdropper hid behind the curtain, listening to the confidential meeting.
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Accidental Context

Sometimes eavesdropping is accidental, not intentional.

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She became an accidental eavesdropper when she overheard her parents talking about moving.
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