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

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

Across the region, law enforcement officials are trying to head off copycats of the Newport event over concerns of possible theft, vandalism and violence. — Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

In an Instagram post, Aguirre said that the repainting was not a response to the vandalism. — Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Depending on the circumstances, charges could include incitement to riot, vandalism, theft, assault, reckless driving, unlawful assembly, conspiracy and other offenses, police said. — Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 9 July 2026