Synonyms for

Wiretap

Verb / ˈwaɪɜ:ˌtæp / Another word for wiretap — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of secretly listening to or recording someone's conversation, typically through the use of electronic devices.

Synonyms & similar words

intercept bug tap eavesdrop bug monitor tap spy intercept snoop surveillance bugging overhear bugged intrude snooping tapping interception

Example sentences

  1. The detective used a wiretap to gather evidence against the criminal.
  2. The government authorized the use of wiretaps to combat organized crime.
  3. They discovered a wiretap in the suspect's office.
  4. He was caught wiretapping his neighbor's phone.
  5. The judge granted permission for a wiretap in the ongoing investigation.

Quotes

  • I've got an idea for a wiretap that's so secret, even the president doesn't know about it. - Richard M. Nixon
  • “Wiretapping communication lines is the equivalent of bombing them.” - John Perry Barlow
  • “I'm not going to say whether I'm for or against an issue just because it's popular.” - John Kasich

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