graffito Meaning & Definition
/ɡɹəˈfitoʊ/
What Does Graffito Mean?
Graffito is used as a noun meaning An informal inscription, as by a worker or vandal. It is also used to mean A single instance of graffiti in the art/vandalism sense.
Word Facts for Graffito
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɡɹəˈfitoʊ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | graffiti and graffitus |
| Plural | graffiti |
Graffito Definition (Noun)
- An informal inscription, as by a worker or vandal.
- A single instance of graffiti in the art/vandalism sense.
Noun
- (archaeology and related fields) An informal inscription, as by a worker or vandal.
Synonyms of Graffito
Graffito synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Graffito
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Graffito in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
graffito (plural graffiti)
Words That Rhyme With Graffito
Origin of Graffito
Borrowed from Italian graffito.
Pronouncing Graffito
The standard pronunciation of graffito is //ɡɹəˈfitoʊ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Graffito
What part of speech is graffito?
Graffito is a noun.
What is another word for graffito?
Words with a similar meaning to graffito include graffiti and graffitus. See the full list of graffito synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of graffito?
The plural of graffito is graffiti.