heartthrob

/ˈhɑrtˌθrɑb/
noun
  1. A very attractive or handsome person, especially a male celebrity who is widely admired and adored by fans.
    • In the 1990s, he was considered the biggest heartthrob in pop music.
    • She had posters of her favorite heartthrob all over her bedroom walls.
    • The young actor became a teenage heartthrob after his first movie came out.
  2. A strong, fast heartbeat, often caused by excitement, nervousness, or romantic feelings.
    • He felt a nervous heartthrob every time he saw her walk into the room.
    • Her heartthrob quickened as she waited for the test results.
    • The sudden noise made my heartthrob race with fear.
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