YAWNING Synonyms
There are 4 synonyms of the word
yawning.
(exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word yawning. (close relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word yawning. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for YAWNING
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gape | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an expression of openmouthed astonishment • a stare of amazement (usually with the mouth open) verb • look with amazement; look stupidly • be wide open | ||||||||
oscitance | nounn | |||||||
noun • drowsiness and dullness manifested by yawning • an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom | ||||||||
oscitancy | nounn | |||||||
noun • drowsiness and dullness manifested by yawning • an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom | ||||||||
yaw | verbv | |||||||
noun • an erratic deflection from an intended course verb • be wide open • deviate erratically from a set course • swerve off course momentarily |
Best Hypernyms For YAWNING
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
yawning, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
be
breathe
reflex
respire
suspire
Phrases (8)
inborn reflexinnate reflexinstinctive reflexphysiological reactionreflex actionreflex responsetake a breathunconditioned reflex