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agape1

 
pronunciation:
geIp
parts of speech:
adverb, adjective
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Word Combinations (adverb, adjective)
part of speech: adverb
definition 1: open-mouthed in wonder or astonishment.
The father stared agape at his newborn child.
synonyms:
amazed, open-mouthed
definition 2: wide open, as a door.
The church doors stood agape.
synonyms:
wide-open
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: being in a state of wonder or amazement.
Agape with astonishment, she looked at her winning ticket.
definition 2: opened completely; wide-open.
With jaws agape, the beast set upon its prey.
synonyms:
wide-open
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