gasp
/ɡæsp/
verb
- To take a short, quick breath with the mouth open, especially because of surprise, pain, or difficulty breathing.
- He gasped in shock as the car narrowly missed him.
- The runner gasped for air after finishing the marathon.
- She gasped when she saw the huge spider on the wall.
- To say something while breathing quickly and with difficulty.
- He gasped out a warning before collapsing.
- "Help!" she gasped, struggling to stay afloat.
- "I can't believe it," she gasped, clutching her chest.
Antonyms
noun
- A sudden, short intake of breath, usually showing surprise, pain, or strong emotion.
- He let out a gasp of pain as the doctor touched his wound.
- A loud gasp went through the audience when the magician disappeared.
- There was a collective gasp when the winner was announced.