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Meaning of 'palpitate' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . 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.

Meaning of 'palpitate' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . palpitate [ v]
Meaning (1):
- cause to throb or beat rapidly
Example in sentence:
  • Her violent feelings palpitated the young woman's heart
Meaning (2):
- beat rapidly
Example in sentence:
  • His heart palpitated
Meaning (3):
- shake with fast, tremulous movements
Example in sentence:
  • His nostrils palpitated

Nearby Words:

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