Synonyms for

Carved

Verb / kɑ:rvd / Another word for carved — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to cut and shape a material, such as wood or stone, into a desired form

Synonyms & similar words

carven carve chipat uncarved cutup sculpted chiseled engraved etched cut incised graved hewn shaped formed fashioned whittled modelled molded sculptured hewed carven embossed imprinted stamped

Synonyms by register

Formal

incised engraved sculpted chiseled

Informal

cut whittled gouged

Literary

hewn etched

Antonyms

molded cast formed shaped created made assembled

Common collocations

  • carved wood
  • carved stone
  • carved out
  • carved a niche
  • carved a path
  • carved face
  • intricately carved
  • beautifully carved

Word family

noun carving
verb carve
adjective carved

Usage note

The verb 'carve' often implies a deliberate and skillful shaping of a material. 'Carved out' can also be used idiomatically to mean creating a position or opportunity for oneself.

Example sentences

  1. He carved his initials into the tree trunk.
  2. She carefully carved the turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.
  3. The artist carved a beautiful sculpture out of marble.
  4. He carved a wooden toy for his little sister.
  5. The ancient people carved their stories onto stone tablets.

Quotes

  • I carved your name in my heart because forever you'll stay.
  • Life is like a block of wood, you can carve it any way you want.
  • The art of carving is the art of using the shadows.

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