English Explanatory Dictionary

palpitate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To beat strongly or rapidly; said especially of the heart.
  2. To cause to beat strongly or rapidly.
  3. To shake tremulously

Pronunciation

/ˈpælpɪteɪt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-palpitate.wav

Word forms

palpitate palpitates palpitating palpitated

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin palpitō, palpitātus (“throb, pulsate, palpitate”).

Synonyms

flutter pound throb thump quiver tremble vibrate

Derived words

palpitant palpitation
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