gasped

The word “gasped” has 2 syllables: gasp-ed.

It's pronounced as /ɡæspt/.


What is synonym and antonym for gasped?

In the thesaurus, “gasped” has 13 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for gasped

  • breathed
  • choke
  • heaved
  • mouthed
  • mumbled
  • murmured
  • muttered
  • panted
  • shouted
  • snort
  • sputtered
  • whispered
  • whoop

Antonyms for gasped

  • inarticulate
  • mute
  • quiet
  • silent

Meanings of gasped

  • verb
    1. To draw in the breath suddenly, as if from a shock.
    2. To breathe laboriously or convulsively.
    3. To speak in a breathless manner.
    4. To pant with eagerness; to show vehement desire.

Example Sentences

  • She gasped in surprise when she saw the elaborate birthday cake her friends had made.
  • He gasped for breath after running up the steep hill.
  • The crowd gasped in unison as the magician performed an astonishing trick.
  • When the unexpected news was announced, everyone in the room gasped in disbelief.
  • As the door creaked open slowly, she gasped in fear at the dark, empty room.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gasped, such as: breathed, choke, heaved, inarticulate, mouthed, mumbled, murmured.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • snorted
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  • snuffled
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