Meaning & use
stalker
A person who follows or watches someone persistently and unwantedly, often causing fear.
See it in a sentence
The court issued a restraining order after her stalker began showing up at her workplace.
Police increased patrols once neighbors reported a stalker following joggers in the park.
A note on using this word
Stalker carries a strong negative, often criminal connotation, unlike follower, which is neutral.
Words with a similar meaning
harassershadower
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