Stalker

usgb/ˈstɔːkər/
noun

A person who illegally follows and watches another person over a period of time.

She had to go to the police because her stalker was starting to make her fear for her safety.
Visual representation of "stalker" - A person who illegally follows and watches another person over a period of time

Often appears as...

  • cyber stalker
  • celebrity stalker

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Disapproving

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Threat Implication

Implies the person poses a potential danger and causes fear.

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She changed her phone number to escape her persistent stalker.
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Legal Consequences

Using 'stalker' suggests that legal action may be necessary or has been taken.

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The court issued a restraining order against the stalker.
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Persistent Behavior

The behavior is ongoing and not a one-time event.

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Her stalker would show up at every event she attended.
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