A Word A Day : Palpitate



Thursday, 16th August 2007 : Today's Word is...

Palpitate



( Verb )


Pronunciation : (pal'pi-tat')

1. To move with a slight tremulous motion

2. To beat with excessive rapidity

3. To make rhythmic contractions, sounds or movements

4. To beat at a rapid pace, like heart


Etymology:


Latin palpitāre, palpitāt-, frequentative of palpāre, to touch gently


Synonyms:


1. Tremble

2. Quiver

3. Shake

4. Throb

5. Pulse

6. Beat

7. Pulsate

8. Pound

9. Flutter

10. Agitate


Antonyms:


1. Be still

2. Silence

3. Pleasant sounds

4. Neutral sounds


Contextual Example:


• The little school world of Wareham palpitates with excitement when it sees the senior and the junior editors of The Pilot walking together.

• Her violent feelings palpitated the young woman's heart.

• Did you feel your heart palpitate before going on stage?


Related Word:


Palpitation : Noun

Palpable : Adjective

palpitant : Adjective

Palpitatingly : Adverb




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