Synonyms for graven
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
carved, engraved
Related words
- Phrases
- graven image
Example sentences
- carved The statue was carved from a block of cherry wood.
- engraved The royal emblem was engraved upon the invitation.
- etched Strange symbols were etched on the turtle's shell.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| graven | rising | |
| carved | rising | |
| engraved | falling | |
| etched | rising | |
| incised | falling | |
| sculptured | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- carved1, etched1
- 7 letters
- incised2
- 8 letters
- engraved2, sculpted2
- 10 letters
- sculptured2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (incised2 = 2 syllables).