heartthrob
noun
heart·throb
ˈhärt-ˌthräb 
1
: the throb of a heart
2
a
: sentimental emotion : passion
b
: sweetheart
also
: a usually renowned man (such as an entertainer) noted for his sex appeal
teen heartthrobs
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Prime Video’s next rom com is on the way — Picture This starring Bridgerton’s Season 2 diamond Simone Ashley and After’s heartthrob.
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Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2025
Leo Woodall says playing the heartthrob isn't always glamorous.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
In the 1970s, The Osmonds transitioned from youthful crooners to teenage heartthrobs with a knack for catchy, genre-spanning hits.
—Darryn King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Jacob Elordi is one of the year’s biggest heartthrobs, and his slick wardrobe only adds the appeal.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
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Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2025
Leo Woodall says playing the heartthrob isn't always glamorous.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
In the 1970s, The Osmonds transitioned from youthful crooners to teenage heartthrobs with a knack for catchy, genre-spanning hits.
—Darryn King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Jacob Elordi is one of the year’s biggest heartthrobs, and his slick wardrobe only adds the appeal.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Heartthrob.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heartthrob. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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heartthrob
noun
heart·throb
-ˌthräb
1
: the throb of a heart
2
: a sentimental emotion : passion
b
: sweetheart
also
: an attractive and usually famous man
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