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    Palpitant (en. Thrilling)

    /pal.pi.tɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which is exciting, thrilling, captivating.
    This movie was so exciting that I couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
    Ce film était si palpitant que je n'ai pas pu décrocher mes yeux de l'écran.
    Refers to an intense emotion or a moment of great tension.
    The football match was thrilling until the last minute.
    Le match de football a été palpitant jusqu'à la dernière minute.
    That which provokes a strong physical reaction, such as palpitations.
    The announcement of the team's victory was an exciting moment.
    L'annonce de la victoire de l'équipe a été un moment palpitant.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'palpiter', derived from the Latin 'palpitare' meaning 'to tremble' or 'to throb'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an exciting moment
    a very exciting or suspenseful experience.
    un moment palpitant
    an exciting story
    a narrative that keeps the reader in suspense.
    un récit palpitant
    a throbbing heart
    a heart beating strongly due to excitement.
    un cœur palpitant

    Related Words

    palpitations
    Sensations of rapid or irregular heartbeats.
    palpitations
    thrilling
    That which provokes a strong emotion.
    émotionnant
    suspense
    State of tension or uncertainty in a situation.
    suspense

    Slang Meanings

    An extremely exciting moment.
    It was an exciting evening, I didn't expect that!
    C'était une soirée palpitante, je ne m'attendais pas à cela!
    A situation full of adrenaline.
    This concert was thrilling, I still have chills!
    Ce concert était palpitant, j'en ai encore des frissons!