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