arson
word
/ˈɑɹsən/
AR-suhn
/ˈɑːsən/
AH-suhn
Definition
The crime of deliberately setting fire to buildings, cars, or other property on purpose.
Usage & Nuances
'Arson' is a formal legal term used mainly in police reports, news, and court cases. It only refers to criminal, intentional fires, not accidents. Common phrases: 'commit arson', 'arson attack', 'arsonist' (the person who does arson). Do not confuse with 'fire' (which can be accidental or natural).
Spanish: incendio provocadoPortuguese (BR): incêndio criminosoPortuguese (PT): incêndio criminosoChinese (Simplified): 纵火Chinese (Traditional): 縱火Hindi: आगजनीArabic: حرق متعمدBengali: অগ্নিসংযোগRussian: поджогJapanese: 放火Vietnamese: phóng hỏaKorean: 방화Turkish: kundakçılıkUrdu: آتش زنیIndonesian: pembakaran (kejahatan)
Example Sentences
The suspect was arrested for arson after evidence was found.
natural
Insurance won’t cover damage caused by arson.
natural
The police are investigating the arson at the school.
basic
Arson is a serious crime in many countries.
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The store was destroyed by arson last night.
basic
There have been several arson attacks in the area recently.
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