pulsate

/ˈpʌlsɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to beat or pulsate with a regular rhythm, especially the heart

“Her pulse began to pulsate faster as she started running.”

2. verb

to emit or give off something in a pulsating flow or wave

“The machine was designed to pulsate energy across the room.”

3. verb

to be filled or characterized by a recurring and often violent or intense emotion

“The crowd began to pulsate with excitement as the concert started.”

4. noun

a rhythmic beat or pulsation, especially of the heart

“The doctor listened for her pulsate and checked her pulse.”

Synonyms

  • throb
  • vibrate

Antonyms

  • static
  • still