yawning
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for yawning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Wide open, like a gaping mouth.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Wide open, like a gaping mouth.
“a yawning chasm; the shark's yawning jaws”
Opposites
How to use yawning
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a yawning gap
yawning chasm
Frequently asked questions
What does “yawning” mean?
The word “yawning” means wide open, like a gaping mouth. In plain terms, either the ongoing act of yawning, or (as an adjective) something wide and gaping.
How do you pronounce “yawning”?
“Yawning” is pronounced YAW-nihng (/ˈjɔːnɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “yawning” in a sentence?
Here is “yawning” used in a sentence: “A yawning chasm opened up in front of the hikers.”
What part of speech is “yawning”?
Depending on how it is used, “yawning” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “yawning” have?
“Yawning” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wide open, like a gaping mouth.
