vandalism

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈvændəlɪzəm/

Definition

Deliberate destruction or damage of public or private property.

Examples

• The museum security cameras captured the teenagers committing acts of vandalism in the sculpture garden.

• Local businesses are demanding stricter penalties for vandalism to deter future damage to their storefronts.

• The community organized a volunteer group to repair the playground after it suffered extensive vandalism over the weekend.

Synonyms of vandalism

Words with a similar meaning to vandalism:

• damage
• defacement
• destruction
• desecration

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