Inscribe

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈskraɪb/

Definitions of inscribe

verb to write or carve words or symbols onto a surface

Example Sentences

A1 She inscribed her name on the inside cover of the book.

A2 The artist inscribed a special message on the back of the painting.

B1 The memorial plaque inscribed the names of all the fallen soldiers.

B2 The ancient tablet was inscribed with mysterious symbols.

C1 The author inscribed a personal note to the reader in each copy of the book.

C2 The engraver meticulously inscribed the intricate design onto the metal plate.

Examples of inscribe in a Sentence

formal The artist carefully inscribed his signature on the bottom corner of the painting.

informal I'm going to inscribe my name on the inside cover of this book so no one can steal it.

slang Let's inscribe our initials on this tree to show our love for each other.

figurative Her kindness was inscribed in the hearts of everyone she met.

Grammatical Forms of inscribe

• past tense: inscribed
• plural: inscribes
• comparative: more inscribed
• superlative: most inscribed
• present tense: inscribe
• future tense: will inscribe
• perfect tense: have inscribed
• continuous tense: is inscribing
• singular: inscribes
• positive degree: inscribe
• infinitive: to inscribe
• gerund: inscribing
• participle: inscribed

Origin and Evolution of inscribe

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'inscribe' originated from the Latin word 'inscribere', which is a combination of 'in' (into) and 'scribere' (to write).

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to physically writing or engraving words onto a surface, the meaning of 'inscribe' has evolved to include the idea of permanently marking or recording something, such as a memory or achievement.