Agape
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈɡeɪp/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Agape is an adjective meaning In a state of astonishment, wonder, expectation, or eager attention; as with mouth hanging open.
Meaning
In a state of astonishment, wonder, expectation, or eager attention; as with mouth hanging open.
More Meanings
- Wide open.
- In a state of astonishment, wonder, expectation, or eager attention.
- Open wide.
- (uncountable, Christianity) The love of God for mankind, or the benevolent love of Christians for others.
- (uncountable) Spiritual, altruistic, beneficial love which wills good for others.
- (countable) A love feast, especially one held in the early Christian Church in connection with the Eucharist.
Example Sentences
There I stand, agape like any country bumpkin
The restaurant staff and OTHER DINNER GUESTS watch, agape.
In the last frame, he throws back his head and wails, his mouth agape.
With dropped jaws and eyes agape, a world beholds the blur of Michael Johnson
Word Forms
- agapae
- agapai
Synonyms for agape
Depending on context, synonyms include open-mouthed, dumbstruck, wide-eyed, agog, charity, gaping.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gaping, open, opened, amazed, yawning, agap.
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