Find Synonyms

openmouthed Synonyms

Another word for openmouthed

Choosing another word for openmouthed depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Having the mouth open, especially in amazement, shock, or eager anticipation.

Usage Example

"The children stood agape as the magician made the elephant vanish from the stage."

Strongest
agape
Strong
astounded
dumbfounded
awestruck
flabbergasted
speechless
astonished

• adverb (Context 2)

With the mouth open, especially in astonishment, wonder, or disbelief.

Usage Example

"The tourists stared agape at the intricate frescoes covering the cathedral ceiling."

Strongest
agape
openmouthedly
Strong
amazedly
speechlessly

• adjective (Context 3)

Having a wide or unobstructed opening, such as a vessel, bag, or cavern.

Usage Example

"They stored the harvested grain in large, wide-mouthed burlap sacks."

Strongest
wide-mouthed
Strong
gaping
Weak
cavernous
yawning

Opposites of openmouthed

The opposite of openmouthed shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

tight-lipped
narrow-necked
sealed
unimpressed
unfazed
indifferently
calmly
See all opposites of openmouthed

• Nearby Words

opening
openly
openmindedness
openmouthed
openness
opera
operability

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Openmouthed. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/openmouthed
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.