throb (Meaning)

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throb (n)

a deep pulsating type of pain

an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart)

Wordnet

throb (v)

pulsate or pound with abnormal force

expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically

tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement

Webster

throb (v. i.)

To beat, or pulsate, with more than usual force or rapidity; to beat in consequence of agitation; to palpitate; -- said of the heart, pulse, etc.

Webster

throb (n.)

A beat, or strong pulsation, as of the heart and arteries; a violent beating; a papitation:

FAQs About the word throb

a deep pulsating type of pain, an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart), pulsate or pound with abnormal force, expand and contract rhythmically; bea

pulse, beat, tremor, pulsation,beating, palpitation, oscillation, fluctuation,vibration, quiver

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The throbbing pain in his head was almost unbearable.

The music vibrated through his body, making his heart throb with excitement.

The engine throbbed loudly, making the car tremble.

Her pulse throbbed in her ears as she waited anxiously for the news.