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heartthrob
This term carries a strong connotation of youthful, idealized attraction and is frequently associated with pop culture, teen magazines, and fandom. It describes a specific type of celebrity appeal that triggers an emotional, almost visceral reaction of infatuation, rather than a mature or stable romantic attraction.
In modern usage, the term is predominantly applied to men, though it can be used for any gender. It is more casual than "idol" and more specific than "celebrity," focusing specifically on the physical and romantic allure of the person.
Meanings
Examples
He was the ultimate teen heartthrob of the nineties.
The new transfer student is already a total heartthrob.
I remember when he was the biggest heartthrob in the movie industry.
He is such a heartthrob that girls scream whenever he walks by.
I wonder if he knows he is a heartthrob to half the school.
The magazine featured the latest pop heartthrob on the cover.
He has evolved from a teenage heartthrob into a respected actor.