grave
//ɡreɪv//
Noun
graveSingular
gravesPlural
1
A hole dug in the ground to receive a coffin or dead body, typically marked with a stone or mound.
We visited my grandmother's grave to lay flowers.
2
Death or a place of burial, used figuratively to refer to the end of something.
The scandal was the grave of his political career.
Synonym
Adjective
graveCanonical form
graverComparative
gravestSuperlative
1
Serious or solemn in manner or appearance; giving cause for concern.
The doctor had a grave expression when he delivered the news.
2
Requiring serious thought or concern; critical or important.
The doctor discussed the grave consequences of ignoring the symptoms.