1
2
as in to imprint
to produce a vivid impression of
a scar that forever engraved the killer's face in the witness's mind
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of engrave
Other recent shooters, including those who assassinated Charlie Kirk and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, have also engraved messages on bullets.
—
Nbc News, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025
Each comes with a sapphire crystal exhibition caseback engraved with the artists signatures.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
One dedicated fan showed up in full crow cosplay, matching the aesthetic of her latest album cover, while another brought a detailed toy wooden replica of Cardi — complimented with pictures of her kids engraved on the figurine’s box.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 24 Sep. 2025
The family is still trying to decide what to engrave on her headstone.
—Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for engrave
Nbc News, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025
Each comes with a sapphire crystal exhibition caseback engraved with the artists signatures.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025
One dedicated fan showed up in full crow cosplay, matching the aesthetic of her latest album cover, while another brought a detailed toy wooden replica of Cardi — complimented with pictures of her kids engraved on the figurine’s box.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 24 Sep. 2025
The family is still trying to decide what to engrave on her headstone.
—Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for engrave
Recent Examples of Synonyms for engrave
Verb
-
The glass, etched with descriptions in Greek and hieroglyphics, was a foundation plate that said the temple was dedicated to the goddess Isis.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
-
According to Stein, the acid can eat away at the stone’s finish and cause dull spots or etching.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Hunters frequently inscribe inspirational messages onto their ammunition.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
-
The dramatic manhunt, marked by rooftop clues and a rifle inscribed with meme-like taunts, unfolded with investigators racing to track a gunman in real time.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
As parents, uninterrupted personal time is rare, and this routine carves out that space.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
-
One of the last free-flowing rivers in the western United States, the Yampa runs for 250 miles, carving through canyons, ranchland, and high desert.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Engrave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engrave. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share