palpitate Synonyms
palpitate Meaning
palpitate (v)
cause to throb or beat rapidly
shake with fast, tremulous movements
beat rapidly
palpitate (v. i.)
To beat rapidly and more strongly than usual; to throb; to bound with emotion or exertion; to pulsate violently; to flutter; -- said specifically of the heart when its action is abnormal, as from excitement.
palpitate Sentence Examples
- Her heart pounded with a rapid palpitation as she awaited the results of the test.
- The surgeon's hands palpitate with precision during the delicate procedure.
- The doctor listened intently to the patient's chest, noting the abnormal palpitation of their heartbeats.
- The victim's body lay lifeless, but their heart continued to palpitate faintly.
- The sight of the accident sent shivers down her spine, causing her heart to palpitate in fear.
- The adrenaline surge made his fingers palpitate uncontrollably as he gripped his weapon.
- The sound of the approaching footsteps made her heart palpitate with anticipation.
- The anxiety bubbling within her caused her stomach and heart to palpitate uncomfortably.
- The veterinarian palpated the dog's abdomen, gently searching for any abnormalities.
- The baby's pulse palpitate strongly, reassuring the new parents of their healthy arrival.
FAQs About the word palpitate
cause to throb or beat rapidly, shake with fast, tremulous movements, beat rapidlyTo beat rapidly and more strongly than usual; to throb; to bound with emotion
pulse,throb, vibrate, beat, pit-a-pat,pulsate, tremble, pitter-patter, quiver, oscillate
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Her heart pounded with a rapid palpitation as she awaited the results of the test.
The surgeon's hands palpitate with precision during the delicate procedure.
The doctor listened intently to the patient's chest, noting the abnormal palpitation of their heartbeats.
The victim's body lay lifeless, but their heart continued to palpitate faintly.
