Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vandalization
noun
/ˌvændəˌlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of deliberately destroying or damaging property.
Examples
- The vandalization of the park led to increased security measures.
- Community members came together to clean up the vandalization of the local school.
Meaning
Vandalization refers to intentional acts that harm or deface someone else’s property, often without the owner’s consent. This can include graffiti, breaking windows, or ruining public spaces.
Synonyms
- defacement
- destruction
- damage
- desecration
