Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: palpitate
IPA transcription: [p'ælpəteɪt]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: palpitate, flutter
    Meaning: beat rapidly; "His heart palpitated"
  • Synonyms: quiver, quake, palpitate
    Meaning: shake with fast, tremulous movements; "His nostrils palpitated"
  • Synonyms: palpitate
    Meaning: cause to throb or beat rapidly; "Her violent feelings palpitated the young woman's heart"
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