noun
- rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeats that are noticeable to the person experiencing them
Usage: medical; usually plural
Examples
- She experienced palpitations after climbing the stairs quickly.
- The doctor asked if he had been having any palpitations lately.
- Caffeine can sometimes cause palpitations in sensitive people.
- Her palpitations were caused by anxiety about the exam.
- The medication helped reduce his heart palpitations.
- Palpitations kept her awake at night.