Definitions

1. verb

to beat rapidly and strongly, typically in an irregular rhythm; to throb or pulsate

“The music made her heart palpitate with excitement.”

2. verb

to be affected by a strong and often uncontrolled emotion

“The news made her palpitate with fear.”

3. noun

a rapid and irregular beating of the heart

“She felt a palpitate in her chest after the run.”

4. noun

a feeling of strong, often uncontrolled emotion

“The palpitate of fear was evident on her face.”