Definition of palpitates

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • palpitates is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • palpitates is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • palpitates is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of palpitates


  • beat rapidly (verb)

    Examples

    1. His heart palpitated

    Synonyms

    1. flutter
  • shake with fast, tremulous movements (verb)

    Examples

    1. His nostrils palpitated

    Synonyms

    1. quake
    2. quiver
  • cause to throb or beat rapidly (verb)

    Examples

    1. Her violent feelings palpitated the young woman's heart

See definition of palpitates in Merriam Webster