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

Dalí included references to major events in Western history; for example, the Ten of Swords card depicts the stabbing of Julius Caesar, while the Queen of Cups is a jokey vandalism of François Clouet’s portrait Elisabeth of Austria, Queen of France. — Literary Hub, 13 July 2026

Once released from the hospital, police said the suspect will be booked at the Fullerton City Jail for charges including felony vandalism, resisting arrest and making threats. — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 13 July 2026

This includes restrictions like limits on chewing gum and strong penalties for littering and vandalism. — ABC News, 13 July 2026

But output has been constrained in recent years by vandalism of facilities. — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 13 July 2026