Pronunciation: /ɡreɪv/
noun a place of burial for a dead body
A1 She visited her grandmother's grave every year.
A2 The tombstone at the grave was covered in moss.
B1 The detective carefully examined the grave for any clues.
B2 The archaeologists uncovered a grave dating back to the Roman Empire.
C1 The somber atmosphere at the grave site was palpable.
C2 The inscription on the grave marker was faded with age.
verb to dig a hole in the ground for burial
A1 She carefully graved her name on the tree trunk.
A2 The artist graved intricate designs into the metal sculpture.
B1 The words were graved on the monument as a tribute to the fallen soldiers.
B2 His legacy was graved into the history books for generations to come.
C1 The impact of her work was graved into the fabric of society.
C2 His words were graved into the hearts of all who heard them, leaving a lasting impression.
adjective serious or solemn in manner or appearance
A1 The grave man walked slowly down the street.
A2 She had a grave expression on her face as she listened to the bad news.
B1 The doctor's grave diagnosis left the patient feeling anxious.
B2 The situation is more grave than we initially thought.
C1 The politician's grave mistake cost him the election.
C2 The CEO's grave decision led to the company's downfall.
formal The family gathered at the grave site to pay their respects.
informal I can't believe we lost the game, it's a grave situation.
slang That party was so boring, it was a total grave.
figurative The CEO's decision to cut costs could be a grave mistake in the long run.
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