Meaning & use
palpitations
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Noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeats, often caused by stress, exercise, or a medical condition.
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She experienced palpitations after drinking too much coffee before the exam.
The doctor ordered an EKG to investigate the cause of his recurring palpitations.
A note on using this word
Almost always used in the plural form; describes the sensation of an irregular or pounding heartbeat rather than a specific diagnosis.
Words with a similar meaning
heart flutters
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