Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

heart-throb

noun
/ˈhɑːrtˌθrɒb/
Definition
A person who is very attractive or charming, often evoking romantic feelings.
Examples
  • She had a crush on a famous heart-throb from her favorite movie.
  • The singer is a heart-throb among teenagers.
  • His sudden smile made him a heart-throb in her eyes.
Meaning
The term ‘heart-throb’ is often used to describe someone who causes excitement or a flutter in the heart, typically in a romantic sense.
Synonyms
  • Heartthrob
  • Crush
  • Beau