carved
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kɑrvd/
KK: /kɑrvd/
adjective
Definition
Made by cutting or shaping a material, often wood or stone, to create a design or figure.
Example
The carved statue stood proudly in the garden.
Conversation
Have you seen that new sculpture in the park?
Yeah, it’s really beautiful and the details are amazing.
I heard it was carved from a single piece of stone.
That’s incredible! It must have taken a lot of skill to create.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sculpted
etched
engraved
Antonyms
smooth
plain
unadorned
verb
Definition
To shape or cut something from a material, often wood or stone, using a tool.
Example
He carved a beautiful statue from the block of marble.
Tense Forms
Past: carved
Past Participle: carved
Conversation
Did you see the statue they carved in the park?
Yeah, it's amazing how detailed it is!
I wonder how long it took them to carve it.
Root Explanation
Carved → The word 'carved' originates from the Old English 'ceorfan', meaning to cut or shape. It describes the action of cutting or shaping material, typically wood or stone, into a desired form.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'ceorfan' which means to 'cut' — this helps you remember that 'carved' refers to something that has been cut into a specific shape.
Visually Confused Words
scarved
uncarved
varved
curved
carded
calved
cave
care