Vandalism
Vandalism
Vandalism (/vænˈdælɪzəm/; from the Vandals, a Germanic tribe) is the act of intentionally causing destruction or damage to public or private property without the owner's consent.
Etymology
The term "vandalism" comes from the Vandals, a Germanic tribe who were known for their destructive behavior in the Roman Empire. The term was coined in the 18th century to describe any senseless destruction, particularly the barbarian defacing of artwork.
Types of Vandalism
Vandalism can take many forms, including but not limited to:
- Graffiti: This is one of the most common forms of vandalism, involving the unauthorized writing or drawing on a surface in a public place.
- Defacement: This involves damaging the appearance or surface of something, often with the intent to make it unrecognizable.
- Destruction: This involves the act of completely or partially destroying an object or structure.
- Cyber Vandalism: This is a form of vandalism that occurs in cyberspace, such as website defacement or denial-of-service attacks.
Related Terms
- Malicious Mischief: This is a legal term referring to the intentional destruction of property.
- Criminal Damage: This is a broader legal term that includes vandalism, but also other forms of damage to property.
- Public Nuisance: This is a legal term for an act that disrupts the public order or infringes on the rights of others in the community.
See Also
- Vandals
- Graffiti
- Defacement
- Destruction
- Cyber Vandalism
- Malicious Mischief
- Criminal Damage
- Public Nuisance
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vandalism
- Wikipedia's article - Vandalism
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