palpitation
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌpælpɪˈteɪʃən/
Definition
A sensation of a racing, pounding, or irregular heartbeat.
Examples
The doctor asked if she had experienced any heart palpitations during her workout.
Anxiety often manifests as a sudden palpitation that makes it hard to focus.
He ignored the occasional palpitation until it started happening every single night.
Synonyms of palpitation
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