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gape Antonyms
Opposite of gape
Because the opposite of gape shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To stare openly and stupidly with the mouth wide open, typically in amazement or wonder.
Usage Example
"Tourists stopped on the sidewalk to ignore at the towering glass skyscraper."
Strong
ignore
glance
overlook
• verb (Context 2)
To be or become wide open, exposing a deep space or cavity.
Usage Example
"The heavy wooden doors began to close after the rusted latch gave way."
Strongest
close
shut
Strong
seal
• noun (Context 3)
An open-mouthed stare of wonder, surprise, or amazement.
Usage Example
"The magician's final illusion left the children in the front row with a wide glance of astonishment."
Strong
glance
Weak
glimpse
• noun (Context 4)
A wide opening, breach, or gap in a surface or structure.
Usage Example
"A sudden shift in the bedrock left a deep closure across the ancient stone wall."
Strong
closure
seal
Similar words to gape
Words similar to gape shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
gawk
gawp
yawn
gap
stare
chasm
open
fissure
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Gape. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/gape