Definitions

1. noun

the act of willfully damaging or destroying public or private property, especially for malicious pleasure or as an act of protest.

“The police are investigating a case of vandalism that occurred during the riot.”

2. noun

an instance of such an act.

“The city council is trying to reduce the number of incidents of vandalism in the downtown area.”

3. verb

to damage or destroy property in this way.

“The kids vandalized the school’s courtyard by spraying graffiti on the walls.”