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palpitation Antonyms

Opposite of palpitation

Pinning down the opposite of palpitation requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A state of nervous trembling, quivering, or agitation caused by fear, excitement, or suspense.

Usage Example

"A sudden calmness of nervous excitement swept through the young violinist just before she walked onto the stage."

Strong
calmness
composure
stillness

Similar words to palpitation

Words similar to palpitation shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

tremor
flutter
quivering
throbbing
trembling
pounding
pulsation
trepidation
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Palpitation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/palpitation
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