palpitating

The word “palpitating” has 4 syllables: pal-pi-ta-ting.

It's pronounced as /ˈpæl.pɪˌteɪ.tɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for palpitating?

In the thesaurus, “palpitating” has 6 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for palpitating along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for palpitating

  • beating
  • pulsating
  • pulsing
  • resonant
  • throbbing
  • vibrating

Antonyms for palpitating

  • controlled
  • firm
  • stable
  • steady

Meanings of palpitating

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

Example Sentences

  • With each step of the race, her heart was palpitating faster and faster.
  • The suspenseful movie had everyone's hearts palpitating with anticipation.
  • As he waited for the exam results, his heart was palpitating with anxiety.
  • The sight of the towering roller coaster had her heart palpitating in excitement.
  • The silence in the haunted house left them palpitating with fear at every creak and groan.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to palpitating, such as: beating, controlled, firm, pulsating, pulsing, resonant, stable.

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