Palpitations

usgb/ˌpælpɪˈteɪʃnz/
noun

A noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat due to agitation, exertion, or illness.

She was experiencing extreme stress and started feeling palpitations.
Visual representation of "palpitations" - A noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat due to agitation, exertion, or illness

Often appears as...

  • heart palpitations
  • suffer from palpitations
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Medical Condition

Usually means a health concern. Don't use lightly to describe minor worries or excitement.

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After running up the stairs, he felt palpitations and decided to see a doctor.
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Not Always Serious

Can describe temporary situations like a reaction to caffeine, not just severe illness.

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Caffeine sometimes gives me heart palpitations.
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Stress Connection

Often related to stress or anxiety situations, indicative of a body's reaction.

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Final exams always give me palpitations.
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