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gasp Antonyms

Opposite of gasp

Because the opposite of gasp shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To inhale suddenly and sharply with the mouth open, out of shock, surprise, or pain.

Usage Example

"The audience gasped in amazement as the acrobat completed the triple somersault."

Strong
exhale
sigh

• noun (Context 2)

A sudden, short intake of breath through the mouth, typically caused by shock, pain, or exhaustion.

Usage Example

"A collective exhalation echoed through the theater when the magician vanished from the stage."

Strong
exhalation
sigh

Similar words to gasp

Words similar to gasp shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

pant
wheeze
gulp
heave
puff
inhale
choke
splutter
See all synonyms of gasp

• Nearby Words

gasless
gaslight
gaslighting
gasp
gassed
gassiness
gassy

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Gasp. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/gasp
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