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palpitation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of palpitation

a rhythmic expanding and contracting
  • a palpitation of the blood vessels
Synonyms of palpitation

beat, beating, pulsation, pulse, throb
Words Related to palpitation

fluctuation, oscillation, vibration

quiver, tremble, tremor

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