Pronunciation

/ɡreɪv/

Definitions

• Noun (n): A hole in the ground dug for the purpose of burying a dead body; a tomb or burial place. Example: “The family gathered at the gravesite to pay their respects.”
• Noun (n): A serious or critical situation; a crisis. Example: “The patient’s condition had reached a grave stage.”
• Adjective (adj): Having a serious or solemn character; somber or gloomy. Example: “She wore a grave expression on her face.”
• Adjective (adj): Of great importance or significance. Example: “The matter is of grave concern to all parties involved.”

Phrases

• “Lay to rest in one’s grave”: To bury someone after death.
• “Grave consequences”: Severe or disastrous results of an action or decision.
• “Gravely ill”: Seriously or critically sick.

Example Sentences

• Noun (n): “The ancient king was buried in an unmarked grave.”
• Adjective (adj): “The doctor spoke gravely about the patient’s chances of recovery.”
• Adjective (adj): “The issue of climate change is of grave importance for future generations.”

Synonyms

• Tomb
• Burial site
• Sepulcher
• Serious
• Solemn
• Critical
• Weighty
• Significant