1. Grave as an adjective meaning "serious" or "important":
* Meaning Partner: Light (as in "lighthearted")
* Example: "The situation is grave, and we need to take it seriously." vs. "The situation is lighthearted, and we can afford to joke around."
2. Grave as a noun referring to a place of burial:
* Meaning Partner: Tomb (both refer to the place where a dead body is buried)
* Example: "They placed the flowers on the grave." vs. "The tomb was decorated with ancient carvings."
3. Grave as an adjective referring to a serious illness or danger:
* Meaning Partner: Mild or Slight (referring to less serious conditions)
* Example: "The illness is grave, and they are fighting for their life." vs. "The illness is mild, and they are expected to recover quickly."
4. Grave as a verb meaning "to mark with a grave or inscription":
* Meaning Partner: Engrave (both refer to the act of carving or etching on a surface)
* Example: "The inscription was carefully graved on the stone." vs. "The artist engraved a beautiful portrait on the metal."
Ultimately, the most appropriate meaning partner for "grave" will depend on the specific context of the sentence.