Grave

/ɡreɪv/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A place of burial for a dead body.

They visited their grandfather's grave to pay their respects.

A tomb or sepulcher.

The ancient grave was adorned with intricate carvings and symbols.

adjective

Serious or solemn in manner or appearance.

The meeting took on a grave tone as the consequences of the decisions were discussed.

Having a significant or potentially negative impact.

Ignoring the warning signs could have grave consequences for the environment.

From Old English 'græf', meaning a grave, a pit for burial.

grave consequence

A result that is serious or dire.

grave responsibility

An obligation that is serious in nature.

grave error

A serious mistake.

grievous

Causing grief or sorrow; serious.

gravity

Seriousness or importance.

graven

Carved or sculpted; fixed in purpose.

Extremely serious or severe.

The situation is grave, we need to act fast.

Used to describe a very bad or dire situation.

Things are looking grave for the team after that last loss.