Synonyms of carve

carve

verb

ˈkärv 

as in to sculpt

to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material

carved a statue out of rare marble

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sculpt
• sculpture
• chisel
• engrave
• etch
• grave
• inscribe
• incise
• shape
• form
• cast
• mold
• model
• knap

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of carve

Instead of quitting cold turkey, a growing group is carving out intentional pockets of offline time, a move that’s colliding with the analog aesthetic revival, phone-free spaces and friction tools designed to hand control back to the user. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026

The Denver Broncos’ 2019 second-round pick has carved a role as a reliable backup in his eighth season. — Pj Green september 24, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026

There is certainly an October role available for Volpe to carve out this season. — James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 23 Sep. 2026

Potent cocktails featuring herbs and fruit were shaken and stirred with ice that was meticulously hand-carved on site by bartender extraordinaire Kevin Lee. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing carve

• carve (out)