Synonyms of agape

agape

adjective

ə-ˈgāp 

as in watchful

having or showing signs of eagerly awaiting something

at the sound of the sleigh bells the children were all agape, waiting for Santa to appear

Synonyms & Similar Words

• watchful
• eager
• expectant
• enthusiastic
• anticipatory
• agog
• anticipant
• anxious
• impatient
• breathless
• open-mouthed
• restless
• open-eyed
• vigilant
• athirst
• alert
• raring
• restive
• antsy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• indifferent
• unmoved
• apathetic
• uninterested
• unconcerned
• unimpressed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of agape

Jokic is not competing against the Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards — though both will leave mouths agape over the next two weeks. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026

Passersby pause to take in the beauty of her native plants or offer a compliment, and children, mouths agape and fingers pointing, marvel at the buzzing inhabitants. — Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2025

The first time my son and I drove through Pigeon Forge, our mouths were agape. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025

The 15-strong panel’s mouths were still agape as Quentin took his leave, followed by Clark and Schuler. — Jay Glennie, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025

Visitors will find themselves with jaws agape at the striking jagged mountain peaks, looming glaciers, and slick icebergs, all set to the backdrop of moody, misty weather—this is a photographer’s dream adventure. — Stefanie Waldek, AFAR Media, 12 Sep. 2025

In that light, Superman might not have it so bad after all, with Luthor’s questing jealousy, not to mention the agape disbelief of a cynical humanity, always there to establish the stakes. — Derek Robertson, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025