Synonyms of vandalism

vandalism

noun

ˈvan-də-ˌli-zəm 

as in vandalization

deliberate damaging or destroying of another's property

anyone guilty of vandalism to university property will be expelled

Synonyms & Similar Words

• vandalization
• destruction
• defacement
• defacing
• wrecking
• trashing
• desecration
• sabotage
• ruin
• demolishing
• ruination
• demolishment
• looting
• predation
• ravaging
• depredation
• ravage
• spoliation
• plundering
• desecrating
• marauding
• pillaging
• pillage
• plunder
• despoiling
• sacking
• despoilment
• ransacking

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• protection
• conservation
• preservation
• saving
• salvage

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vandalism

Trump also agreed with Ingraham’s questioning that the recent spats of vandalism against Musk’s Tesla facilities are acts of domestic terrorism. —Mabinty Quarshie, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 19 Mar. 2025

When Gazala’s was targeted with anti-Israel vandalism in February 2024, scores of local Jews turned out to show support. —Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025

While there have been no reports of injuries amid the reports of vandalism, the incidents pose a potential financial problem for Tesla. —Andy Rose, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025

Tesla has been a target for demonstrations and vandalism in the U.S. and elsewhere this year after CEO Elon Musk became a key figure in the Trump administration. —Compiled By Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 16 Mar. 2025