Gasp

Synonyms of gasp

• puff
• pant
• wheeze

Antonyms of gasp

• inhale
• exhale
• breathe easily

Collocations of gasp

gasp for air

Frequency: 70 %

After running the marathon, he was gasping for air.

gasp in shock

Frequency: 60 %

She gasped in shock when she heard the news.

gasp in horror

Frequency: 50 %

The audience gasped in horror at the movie's gruesome scene.

gasp with surprise

Frequency: 45 %

He gasped with surprise when he saw the birthday cake.

gasp of disbelief

Frequency: 40 %

Her gasp of disbelief was audible when she heard the announcement.

Idiomatic Expressions for gasp

• Phrase: Gasp of astonishment
  Meaning: To react with a sudden intake of breath due to surprise or amazement.
  Usage: The audience let out a collective gasp of astonishment at the magician's trick.