Synonyms for

Snoop

Verb / snu:p / Another word for snoop — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to look or pry around in a sneaky, nosy way

Synonyms & similar words

sleuth snooper spy stag sneak spy pry peer peep peek gawk gaze ogle watch observe monitor examine investigate search rummage explore delve inquire question

Synonyms by register

Formal

investigate inquire probe examine

Informal

poke around pry nose around spy

Literary

espionage reconnoiter

Antonyms

ignore overlook disregard neglect unconcern indifference

Common collocations

  • snoop around
  • snoop on someone
  • snoop through papers
  • snoop into affairs
  • snoop for information
  • snoop on the internet

Word family

noun snoop
verb snoop

Usage note

Snoop is generally informal and often carries a negative connotation of prying into private matters. It is rarely used in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. He saw her snooping around his desk when he came back to the office.
  2. I don't like it when my sister snoops in my room without permission.
  3. The detective had to snoop around the crime scene to find clues.
  4. My nosy neighbor likes to snoop on everyone in the building.
  5. I caught my little brother snooping through my diary.

Quotes

  • I don't snoop in other people's private lives.
  • Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back. This is why I snoop.
  • The more you snoop, the less you know.

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