vandal
1 synonym for vandal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who deliberately damages or destroys property, especially for no good reason.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use vandal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
caught by vandals
act of a vandal
Etymology
From "Vandal", the ancient Germanic tribe blamed for sacking Rome in 455 CE; the tribe's name became a byword for needless destruction from the 1600s onward.
Full origin of vandal →Frequently asked questions
What does “vandal” mean?
The word “vandal” means someone who deliberately damages or destroys property, especially for no good reason. In plain terms, someone who trashes or defaces things just because they can.
How do you pronounce “vandal”?
“Vandal” is pronounced VAN-duhl (/ˈvændəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “vandal” in a sentence?
Here is “vandal” used in a sentence: “Vandals had spray-painted the entire side of the bus shelter.”
What part of speech is “vandal”?
“Vandal” is a noun.
Where does the word “vandal” come from?
The word “vandal” dates back to around 455 and comes from Germanic. From "Vandal", the ancient Germanic tribe blamed for sacking Rome in 455 CE; the tribe's name became a byword for needless destruction from the 1600s onward.
