adj

pulsating

Pulsating (adj) means beating or throbbing rhythmically; also used loosely to mean thrilling or exciting. Example: “A pulsating light show filled the stage.”

adj

Beating or throbbing rhythmically; also used loosely to mean thrilling or exciting.

"A pulsating light show filled the stage."

"It was a pulsating finish to the match."

How to use pulsating

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRhythmically throbbing, or intensely exciting.

Common pairings

pulsating rhythm pulsating light pulsating atmosphere

Word forms

more pulsating comparative, pulsatings plural, most pulsating superlative

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Rhymes for pulsating

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pulsating” mean?

The word “pulsating” means beating or throbbing rhythmically; also used loosely to mean thrilling or exciting. In plain terms, rhythmically throbbing, or intensely exciting.

How do you use “pulsating” in a sentence?

Here is “pulsating” used in a sentence: “A pulsating light show filled the stage.”

What part of speech is “pulsating”?

“Pulsating” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of pulsating?

"pulsating" (adj) means beating or throbbing rhythmically; also used loosely to mean thrilling or exciting.