Synonyms of vandal

vandal

noun

ˈvan-dᵊl 

as in defacer

a person who damages or destroys property on purpose

a group of vandals broke into the school and painted graffiti on the walls

Synonyms & Similar Words

• defacer
• destroyer
• tagger
• desecrator
• saboteur
• wrecker
• graffitist
• demolisher
• plunderer
• waster
• marauder
• despoiler
• looter
• pillager
• ruiner
• ravager
• spoliator
• sacker
• depredator
• spoiler
• desecrater
• ransacker

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• protector
• saver
• preserver
• conservator
• conserver
• preservationist

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of vandal

In all likelihood, reports of screaming, chanting and strange lights can be attributed to the sight becoming a popular destination for mischievous teens and vandals. —Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024

On September 28, 2023, vandals illegally chopped down what is known as the Sycamore Gap tree, a centuries-old sycamore next to Hadrian’s Wall in England. —Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Oct. 2024

In recent years, America's national parks have wrestled with unruly visitors and vandals who ignore rules meant to keep plants and wildlife safe, according to media reports. —Louis Casiano, Fox News, 1 Oct. 2024

Even mentioning the archaeological features could endanger them, putting them in the crosshairs of looters and vandals. —B. “toastie” Oaster, ProPublica, 27 Sep. 2024