1. the deliberate destruction or damage of public or private property

Examples

• The school reported several acts of vandalism over the weekend.
• Graffiti on the historic building was considered vandalism by city officials.
• Security cameras were installed to prevent vandalism in the park.
• The vandalism caused thousands of dollars in damage to the store.
• Students organized a cleanup day to repair vandalism in their neighborhood.
• Police arrested three teenagers for vandalism after they broke windows.
• The museum increased security following recent acts of vandalism.