Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spoliation
Noun
ˌspō-lē-ˈā-shən
Definition
The act of taking something from an owner by violence, or the act of altering or destroying evidence.
Examples
- The spoliation of documents during the investigation led to serious consequences for the company.
- In court, the judge ruled that the spoliation of evidence was grounds for dismissal of the case.
Meaning
Spoliation refers to the intentional destruction or alteration of evidence, typically in a legal context, which can affect the outcome of a case.
Synonyms
- Destruction
- Alteration
- Wrongful appropriation
