Paralyze
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpæɹəlaɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Paralyze is a verb meaning (transitive) To afflict with paralysis.
Meaning
(transitive) To afflict with paralysis.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To render unable to move; to immobilize.
- (transitive) To render unable to function properly.
Example Sentences
The transport strike paralyzed the city.
So I stood alone in horror / Paralyzed with fear and dread / When a voice dead and inhuman / Whispered to me "go, you fool, Warren's dead!"
Word Forms
- paralyzes
- paralyzing
- paralyzed
- paralyse
Synonyms for paralyze
Depending on context, synonyms include paralyse.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include paralyse, freeze, cripple, stifle, stall, block.
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