Gasp (Noun)
Meaning
A short labored intake of breath with the mouth open; "she gave a gasp and fainted".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The exhausted runner let out a loud gasp as she crossed the finish line.
- As the doors to the surprise party swung open, she gave a delighted gasp.
- The scuba diver heard a startled gasp from her dive buddy underwater.
- The patient gave a sudden gasp and sat up in bed with a look of alarm.
- A collective gasp filled the courtroom as the jury delivered the shocking verdict.