pounding
Definitions
A repeated, heavy striking or thumping action.
A rhythmic, forceful beating, especially of the heart or a drum.
A crushing or pulverizing process.
Examples
My heart was pounding with excitement as I stepped onto the stage.
The heavy rain was pounding against the tin roof all night long.
He could hear the pounding of footsteps echoing through the empty hallway.
Synonyms
thumping beating throbbing hammering pulsing battering drumming