C1nounmediasociety
US/ˌpɑː.pəˈrɑːt.si/
UK/ˌpæp.əˈrɒt.si/
photographers who follow famous people to take pictures of them, often when they want privacy
In context
The actress was chased by paparazzi as she left the restaurant.
Many celebrities complain that the paparazzi never leave them alone.
The singer moved abroad to escape the constant attention of the paparazzi.
Words that go with paparazzi
verb + preposition
- hounded by paparazziThe couple were hounded by paparazzi for weeks.
- chased by the paparazziHe was chased by the paparazzi.
- photographed by paparazziThe star was photographed by paparazzi on the beach.
verb + noun
- dodge the paparazziShe tried to dodge the paparazzi.
noun + preposition
- swarm of paparazziA swarm of paparazzi waited outside.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
A paparazzi followed her.Correct: Paparazzi followed her.