Vandalization

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Pronunciation: /ˌvændəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definitions of vandalization

noun the act of deliberately destroying or damaging public or private property

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization of public property is a crime.

A2 The school was closed due to vandalization of the classrooms.

B1 The park has seen an increase in vandalization in recent months.

B2 The city council is taking measures to prevent further vandalization of historical buildings.

C1 The museum suffered extensive vandalization during the protest.

C2 The artist's installation was subject to vandalization by unknown perpetrators.

verb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization of public property is illegal.

A2 The graffiti on the walls was a result of vandalization.

B1 The museum was closed due to recent vandalization incidents.

B2 The city council is implementing measures to prevent further vandalization of historical sites.

C1 The artist's work was vandalized, causing a stir in the art community.

C2 The vandalization of the statue sparked a debate on the preservation of public art.

adjective not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 The vandalization of the park's benches was reported to the authorities.

A2 The vandalization of the school walls caused a lot of damage.

B1 The vandalization of public property is a serious offense.

B2 The vandalization of historical monuments is a shameful act.

C1 The vandalization of the museum's artifacts was an irreparable loss.

C2 The vandalization of the city's statues was met with outrage from the community.

adverb not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization is never a good solution to a problem.

A2 The vandalization of public property is a criminal offense.

B1 The vandalization of the historic building caused outrage among the community.

B2 The vandalization of the park was caught on camera and the perpetrators were arrested.

C1 The vandalization of the museum's priceless artifacts was a devastating blow to the cultural heritage of the city.

C2 The vandalization of the famous artist's masterpiece shocked the art world and sparked a debate on the value of public art.

pronoun not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization is a serious crime.

A2 The vandalization of public property is unacceptable.

B1 The community was outraged by the vandalization of the park.

B2 The authorities are investigating the vandalization of the historical monument.

C1 The vandalization of the artwork was a devastating loss for the museum.

C2 The vandalization of the ancient ruins was a tragic act of destruction.

preposition not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization of public property is illegal.

A2 The act of vandalization can result in fines or imprisonment.

B1 Vandalization of historical monuments is a serious offense.

B2 The city council is taking steps to prevent further vandalization in the area.

C1 The artist's work was subject to vandalization shortly after it was unveiled.

C2 The museum had to increase security measures to prevent vandalization of valuable artifacts.

conjunction not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization can lead to property damage.

A2 Vandalization of public spaces is a common problem in cities.

B1 Vandalization is often seen as a form of protest.

B2 Vandalization of historical monuments is a serious crime.

C1 Vandalization of artwork can have a lasting impact on cultural heritage.

C2 Vandalization of sacred sites is considered a desecration by many cultures.

interjection not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization! That's not nice!

A2 Oh no, vandalization has occurred in the park.

B1 The vandalization of the historic building was a disgrace.

B2 Vandalization of public property will not be tolerated.

C1 The mayor condemned the vandalization of the city's monuments.

C2 The community rallied together to clean up the vandalization left by vandals.

article not applicable

Example Sentences

A1 Vandalization is the act of damaging or destroying property.

A2 The park was closed due to vandalism and vandalization of the playground equipment.

B1 The city council is taking measures to prevent further vandalization of public buildings.

B2 The museum was closed for repairs after a spree of vandalization on valuable artifacts.

C1 The government allocated funds for the restoration of the vandalized historical site.

C2 Vandalization of public property is a serious offense and can result in criminal charges.

Examples of vandalization in a Sentence

formal The act of vandalization is a serious offense and can result in legal consequences.

informal Someone was caught vandalizing the school property last night.

slang I can't believe they're vandalizing the park again, it's so disrespectful.

figurative The artist saw the graffiti as a form of creative vandalization of public space.

Grammatical Forms of vandalization

past tense

vandalized

plural

vandalizations

comparative

more vandalized

superlative

most vandalized

present tense

vandalizes

future tense

will vandalize

perfect tense

has vandalized

continuous tense

is vandalizing

singular

vandalization

positive degree

vandalize

infinitive

to vandalize

gerund

vandalizing

participle

vandalizing

Origin and Evolution of vandalization

First Known Use: 1700 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'vandalization' originates from the term 'vandal', which refers to the Vandals, a Germanic tribe known for their destructive behavior during the sack of Rome in 455 AD.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'vandalization' has come to specifically refer to the act of willfully damaging or destroying property, regardless of the historical context of the Vandals.