gaping

The word “gaping” has 2 syllables: gap-ing.

It's pronounced as /ˈɡeɪpɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for gaping?

In the thesaurus, “gaping” has 8 synonyms and 16 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for gaping along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for gaping

To open the mouth wide, especially involuntarily, as in a yawn, anger, or surprise.
To stare in wonder.
To open wide; to display a gap.
Of a cat: to open the passage to the vomeronasal organ, analogous to the flehming in other animals.

The hiker paused at the edge of the cliff, staring into the gaping abyss below.
As the storm passed, they surveyed the damage, gaping at the gaping hole in the roof.
The detective noticed the suspect's gaping wounds, indicating a violent struggle.
She stood in front of the class, feeling exposed under their gaping stares.
The old house had a gaping doorway, inviting curious explorers to peer inside.

On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gaping, such as: blocked, cavernous, clogged, closed, exposed, gawking, gazing.

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