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heartthrob Synonyms
Another word for heartthrob
Choosing another word for heartthrob depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A famous and attractive person, typically a young male actor or musician, with whom many people are romantically infatuated.
Usage Example
"The young actor quickly became a teen matinee idol after starring in the popular summer romance film."
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matinee idol
dreamboat
idol
crush
sweetheart
• noun (Context 2)
A pulsation or beat of the heart, especially one associated with strong emotion or passion.
Usage Example
"In classic poetry, a sudden heartbeat often symbolizes the first moment of romantic awakening."
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heartbeat
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pulsation
palpitation
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Heartthrob. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/heartthrob