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vandalism
[ van-dl-iz-uhm ]
noun
- deliberately mischievous or malicious destruction or damage of property:
vandalism of public buildings.
- the conduct or spirit characteristic of the Vandals.
- willful or ignorant destruction of artistic or literary treasures.
- a vandalic act.
vandalism
/ ˈæԻəˌɪə /
noun
- the wanton or deliberate destruction caused by a vandal or an instance of such destruction
Derived Forms
- ˌԻ岹ˈپ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- d·t d· adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of vandalism1
Example Sentences
“While we support the community’s right to peacefully assemble, the Santa Ana Police Department will not tolerate acts of violence, vandalism, or any threats to public safety,” the statement continued.
Dutton is yet to comment on the vandalism, but members of his party have previously said attacks on political offices are "out of control".
He has previously been convicted of and served time for assault with a deadly weapon, driving under the influence, felony vandalism and a hit-and-run, according to court records.
Which is why this weekend’s shocking act of vandalism that took out six of the city’s mature trees felt all the more disheartening.
Los Angeles police said Benson’s window was damaged and they took a report for assault with a deadly weapon and vandalism.
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