Busybodying
Pronunciation: /ˈbɪziˈboʊˈdaɪɪŋ/
Busybodying (noun)
- The act of interfering in other people’s affairs, often without being asked, because you want to control or influence things.
- Repeated behaviour of asking too many questions or trying to find out private information about others.
Examples
- Her busybodying annoyed everyone at work.
- Busybodying can ruin trust between neighbors.