Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arson
noun
/ˈärsən/
Definition
The criminal act of deliberately setting fire to property.
Examples
- The investigation revealed that the fire was caused by arson.
- He was charged with arson after setting fire to an abandoned warehouse.
- Arson poses a significant threat to both life and property.
Meaning
Arson involves the intentional act of igniting or causing a fire that can damage or destroy buildings, vehicles, or other property.
Synonyms
- fire-raising
- incendiarism
- blaze
