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Meaning of heartbeat
The primary meaning of "heartbeat" is the rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the heart.
Etymology of heartbeat
The word "heartbeat" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the combination of "heart" and "beat", with "heart" coming from Old English "heorte" and "beat" coming from Old English "beatan", meaning to strike or pounding
Synonyms
pulse
rhythm
beat
thrum
pulsation
cadence
palpitation
vibration
oscillation
tremor
quiver
shiver
shudder
tremble
quaver
flutter
patter
throb
tick
tap
knock
thud
boom
bang
crash
clang
pulse rate
heart rate
cardiac rhythm
cardio rhythm
cardiac cycle
heart pulsation
heart vibration
heart oscillation
cardiovascular rhythm
Definitions
- The rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the heart, typically expressed in beats per minute
- A person's emotional or moral core, or a thing that is central or vital to something else
- A rhythmic or regular sound, especially one that resembles the beat of the heart
Usage Examples
- The doctor listened to the patient's heartbeat with a stethoscope
- The city's vibrant cultural scene is the heartbeat of the nation's artistic community
- The sound of the drums was like a heartbeat, pulsating through the crowd
Antonyms
stillness
silence
quiet
calm
serenity
peacefulness
tranquility
inactivity
dormancy
stagnation
lifelessness
motionlessness
soundlessness
hush
lull
pause
stop
cessation
halt
standstill
immobility
inertia