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Vandalised: meaning, definitions and examples

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vandalised

 

[ ˈvændəlaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

act of destruction

Vandalised is the past tense of the verb vandalise, which refers to the intentional act of damaging or destroying property belonging to another person or entity. This act is often driven by a desire to express anger, frustration, or rebellion. Vandalism can take many forms, including graffiti, breaking windows, or defacing monuments. It is typically viewed as a criminal behavior and can lead to legal repercussions for those who engage in it. The effects of vandalism can be long-lasting, affecting community aesthetics and property values.

Synonyms

damaged, defaced, destroyed, ruined

Examples of usage

  • The park was vandalised last night.
  • Her car was vandalised with spray paint.
  • The school was vandalised during the weekend.
  • They found the monument had been vandalised.
  • Several buildings were vandalised during the protest.

Translations

Translations of the word "vandalised" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vandalizado

🇮🇳 वंदलित

🇩🇪 vandalisiert

🇮🇩 dihancurkan

🇺🇦 вандалізований

🇵🇱 zdewastowany

🇯🇵 破壊された

🇫🇷 vandalisé

🇪🇸 vandalizado

🇹🇷 vandalize edilmiş

🇰🇷 파괴된

🇸🇦 تضرر

🇨🇿 vandalizovaný

🇸🇰 vandalizovaný

🇨🇳 被破坏的

🇸🇮 vandaliziran

🇮🇸 vandalized

🇰🇿 вандализм жасалған

🇬🇪 ვანდალიზირებული

🇦🇿 vandallaşdırılmış

🇲🇽 vandalizado

Etymology

The term 'vandalise' originates from the name of the Vandals, a Germanic tribe that sacked Rome in 455 AD. The Vandals became synonymous with destruction and barbarism due to their reputation for pillaging and vandalizing the cities they conquered. The verb 'vandalise' emerged in the English language in the late 18th century, specifically in the context of preserving cultural heritage against acts of mindless destruction. It was used to express concern over the protection of art and monuments from similar wanton destruction as that exhibited by the historical Vandals. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of destructive behaviors towards property, becoming a common term in discussions about criminal activity and social issues.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,906, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.