Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

incendiarism

noun

/ɪnˈsɛn.dɪ.ər.ɪ.zəm/

Definition

The act of deliberately setting fire to property, especially as a form of protest or to cause damage.

Examples

The incident was ruled an act of incendiarism after investigators found evidence of arson.
She was charged with incendiarism for allegedly burning down the abandoned building.
The rise of incendiarism in the area raised concerns among local authorities.

Meaning

Incendiarism refers to the intentional act of starting fires, which may be motivated by various reasons such as political expression, malice, or vandalism.