Noun, Adjective
2. Definitions:As a noun, agape means a wide-open mouth, as in wonder or surprise. As an adjective, agape means with the mouth wide open, as in wonder or surprise.
3. Pronunciations:US: /əˈɡeɪp/
UK: /əˈɡɑːpeɪ/
4. Origin and Usage:The word agape comes from the Greek word agapē, which means love. In English, it is used to describe a wide-open mouth, often in a state of amazement or awe. It can also be used to describe a type of love that is selfless and unconditional.
5. Synonyms:As a noun: Gape, Open mouth
As an adjective: Open-mouthed, Awestruck
6. Related Words:Gaped, Gaper, Agate, Agave, Agony
7. Example Sentences:As a noun: She stood there with her mouth agape, amazed at what she was seeing.
As an adjective: The crowd watched in agape silence as the acrobat performed a dangerous stunt.