Vocabulary Entry

gawp

|verb • noun

verb

To stare at something in a stupid or vacuous manner.

Example Sentences

"He stood gawping at the massive statue in the park."

"She couldn't help but gawp when she saw the magician's tricks."

"They gawped in disbelief when the car sped past them."

noun

Example Sentences

"There was a gawp on his face when the fireworks lit up the sky."

"The child's gawp was evident as he watched the dolphin show."

"The tourists' gawp was followed by enthusiastic applause."