Throb
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /θɹɒb/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Throb is a verb meaning (intransitive) To pound or beat rapidly or violently.
Meaning
(intransitive) To pound or beat rapidly or violently.
More Meanings
- (intransitive, of a body part) To pulse (often painfully) in time with the circulation of blood.
- (figurative, with "with") To exhibit an attitude, trait, or affect powerfully and profoundly.
- A beating, vibration or palpitation.
Example Sentences
I have a throbbing headache.
He could feel a dull throb in his head from the tension.
Her heart began to throb faster as the moment approached.
The bass in the song made the entire room throb with energy.
Word Forms
- throbs
- throbbing
- throbbed
Synonyms for throb
Depending on context, synonyms include thrill, shudder, pound, pulse, pounding, throbbing.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pulsate, pulse, shiver, pounding, shudder, thrill.
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