palpitation
Translation
palpitation
Examples
Stress can sometimes cause heart palpitations.
Stress can sometimes cause heart palpitations.
She felt a palpitation of fear.
She felt a palpitation of fear.
Grammar Patterns
to have/get/feel ((palpitations)) I sometimes get heart palpitations.
Similar Words
Synonyms: throbbing, tremor, flutter, pounding
Etymology
From Latin 'palpitare', a frequentative of 'palpare' (to touch gently, stroke). It suggests a repeated touching or beating.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'pal' 'patting' your heart rapidly, causing a palpitation. The sound of 'pal-pi-ta-tion' mimics a fast heartbeat.