1. wide open, especially with wonder or surprise

1. in a wide open manner

1. unconditional love, especially divine or spiritual love
Usage: religious; philosophical

Examples

• The children stared agape at the magician’s trick.
• Her mouth hung agape in amazement.
• The door stood agape in the wind.
• He left his jaw agape after hearing the news.
• The concept of agape represents God’s love for humanity.
• Agape differs from romantic love in its selfless nature.
• The philosopher discussed agape as the highest form of love.