Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
graven
adjective
/ˈɡreɪ.vən/
Definition
Carved or etched into a surface.
Examples
- The graven images in the ancient temple were a sight to behold.
- Her love for art was graven in her heart.
- He admired the graven inscriptions on the old stone monument.
Meaning
Graven refers to something that is deeply engraved or firmly established in a particular form. It is often used to describe images or words that have been cut into a material.
Synonyms
- etched
- carved
- engraved
- imprinted
