Grave Similes
9 classic and creative similes for Grave - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
- As silent as the grave
- As cheerless as grave
- As grave as a judge
- As inexorable as the grave
- As lifeless as the grave
- As low as the grave
- As merciless as the grave
- As mournful as the grave
- As secure as the grave
Frequently asked
What does "as grave as" mean?
"As grave as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as grave as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of graveness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as grave as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 9 similes for Grave. Common ones include "As cheerless as grave" and "As grave as a judge". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "grave" simile in writing?
Use a "grave" simile when you want the reader to feel graveness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.